Bhubaneswar: In a major crackdown on international drug trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), in coordination with Customs officials, has seized more than 5 kg of hydroponic marijuana, reportedly worth around ₹2 crore, at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar.According to preliminary reports, the contraband was allegedly being smuggled from Bangkok to Bhubaneswar. Officials reportedly discovered the drugs concealed in secret compartments inside luggage, with the consignments disguised among dog food packages to evade detection.The seizure was made during a targeted inspection following intelligence inputs received by the authorities. A K-9 sniffer dog unit assisted the DRI team in searching the luggage and detecting the suspected narcotics.Four individuals were reportedly intercepted in connection with the seizure and are being questioned by DRI officials to establish the source of the contraband and identify the wider network involved in the alleged smuggling operation.Investigators suspect that the drugs were intended to be transported from Bhubaneswar to other cities after passing through the airport.Further investigation is underway to determine the full extent of the alleged international drug trafficking network. Officials are also examining the circumstances surrounding the concealment and transportation of the contraband.
More than 5kg Marijuna seized from Bhubaneswar airport, concealed inside dog food packs
