Customs officials at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi apprehended an Indian national on Friday following the discovery of a significant quantity of suspected contraband. The passenger, who had just arrived on a flight from Bangkok, was found in possession of approximately 12.85 kilograms of marijuana, locally referred to as ganja.
According to official statements provided by the customs department, the seized narcotics hold an estimated market value of Rs 4.5 crore. The illicit substance was allegedly concealed within the passenger's luggage, prompting immediate intervention by airport authorities once the recovery was confirmed during routine screening procedures. The individual was taken into custody on the spot as part of an ongoing investigation into potential smuggling networks operating between international transit hubs and the national capital.
Airport security and customs personnel have been on heightened alert in recent months due to a rise in attempts to bypass standard baggage checks. Officials confirmed that the suspect is currently being interrogated to ascertain the source of the shipment and the intended recipients within the country. Authorities are examining the passenger’s travel history and electronic communications to determine if this was an isolated incident or part of a larger, organized drug trafficking operation.
The recovery of such a substantial amount of narcotics highlights the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in monitoring international arrivals. Further investigation is underway, with police expected to file formal charges under the relevant sections of the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. As the probe continues, officials have indicated that additional security measures at the Indira Gandhi International Airport may be reinforced to prevent similar smuggling attempts in the future.
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