ICG Interdicts Transnational Syndicate with Rs 3,000 Cr Narcotics Seizure

The Indian Coast Guard, in coordination with the Anti-Terrorism Squad of Gujarat, intercepted a transnational drug trafficking syndicate in the Arabian Sea west of Lakshadweep on September 25, 2026. The joint operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 526 kg of high-grade narcotics, including heroin and methamphetamine, valued at over Rs 3,000 crores. Five Pakistani nationals operating an Iranian dhow were apprehended. The vessel, crew, and contraband were escorted under armed security to Mumbai for joint interrogation, multi-agency investigation, and legal proceedings.