DRI Seizes Hydroponic Cannabis Worth ₹4 Crore at Bhogapuram Airport
Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Visakhapatnam branch, have seized 4.210 kg of hydroponic cannabis, estimated to be worth around ₹4 crore, at Bhogapuram International Airport.
Visakhapatnam: Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Visakhapatnam branch, have seized 4.210 kg of hydroponic cannabis, estimated to be worth around ₹4 crore, at Bhogapuram International Airport.
According to preliminary reports, the contraband was allegedly being carried by a passenger who arrived at the airport from Singapore. Acting on the available information, DRI personnel intercepted the passenger and seized the suspected narcotic substance.
Following the seizure, a case was registered, and the accused passenger is being interrogated by officials.
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The investigation is underway to determine the source of the contraband, its intended destination and whether any other individuals were involved in the alleged smuggling operation.
Hydroponic cannabis is cultivated using a soil-free growing method. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the case, and further details are awaited.
