In a major success in the fight against drugs, 526 kilograms of methamphetamine and heroin seized from an Iranian boat in India's EEZ, and 5 Pakistani nationals arrested during a joint operation involving Gujarat ATS, Indian Coast Guard, and central intelligence agencies, says Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah

A joint 16-day operation conducted from 14th to 30th September by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the Indian Coast Guard, and central intelligence agencies resulted in the seizure of 526 kilograms of methamphetamine and heroin from an Iranian boat in India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Five Pakistani nationals were arrested during the operation, which took place 160 nautical miles northwest of Lakshadweep and 490 nautical miles southwest of Mumbai. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah noted that the event exemplifies inter-agency coordination in securing maritime borders, while mentioning the government's Vision Document on Drug Control (2026–2029) as a comprehensive roadmap for enforcement and drug network disruption.