In a significant operation aimed at combating drug trafficking, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) successfully seized over 500 kilograms of drugs from an Iranian vessel in the Arabian Sea near Porbandar. The operation, supported by the Indian Navy, commenced late last night, targeting a boat believed to be involved in narcotics smuggling into India.
According to reports from news agency ANI, a coordinated effort by personnel from the Gujarat ATS, NCB, and the Navy led to the interception of the vessel in open waters. The success of this operation underscores the ongoing efforts by Indian authorities to tackle the pervasive issue of drug trafficking in the region.
This drug bust follows another recent significant seizure in Gujarat where state police, in collaboration with the Delhi police, confiscated 518 kilograms of cocaine valued at approximately Rs 5,000 crore. That operation was part of a broader initiative aligned with the government’s “Zero Tolerance against Drugs and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan” policy. The raid took place at a pharmaceutical company in Ankleshwar and was carried out by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police in conjunction with the Gujarat Police.
These operations highlight the rising vigilance and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies in curbing drug-related crimes and their commitment to ensuring the safety and health of the populace. As drug trafficking remains a critical issue, such joint operations exemplify the cooperative spirit among various agencies committed to eradicating this menace in India.
