Hyderabad RGIA Drug Bust: Hydroponic Ganja Worth ₹8.9 Crore Seized from Bangkok Passengers
Hyderabad RGIA drug seizure as 25.45 kg hydroponic ganja worth ₹8.9 crore recovered from Bangkok passengers by DRI and Customs at airport.

A major Hyderabad RGIA drug seizure of hydroponic ganja worth ₹8.9 crore has been reported after two passengers arriving from Bangkok were intercepted by authorities at the airport.
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According to Munsif News 24×7, officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and Customs carried out a targeted operation at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad.
How the Drug Seizure Happened
- Two passengers arriving from Bangkok were flagged and intercepted
- Their baggage was subjected to a detailed and systematic search
- Authorities recovered 25.45 kg of hydroponic ganja
- The seized substance was later tested and confirmed as cannabis
This Hyderabad RGIA hydroponic ganja seizure is considered a significant crackdown on drug smuggling.
What is Hydroponic Ganja?
Hydroponic ganja is a high-quality cannabis grown using advanced techniques:
- Cultivated without soil using nutrient-rich water systems
- Known for higher potency and market value
- Often smuggled due to its premium pricing in illegal markets
Estimated Value and Impact
- Total seized quantity: 25.45 kg
- Estimated value: ₹8.9 crore
Officials say such seizures help in breaking international drug supply chains and protecting youth from substance abuse.
Investigation Underway
- The two passengers have been taken into custody
- Agencies are probing possible international smuggling links
- Further investigation is ongoing to identify network connections
The Hyderabad RGIA hydroponic ganja seizure worth ₹8.9 crore highlights the growing threat of drug trafficking through international routes. Authorities remain vigilant as efforts continue to curb narcotics smuggling at major airports.
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