The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has successfully seized a massive drug consignment in the Andaman Sea, marking their biggest drug haul to date. On November 23, the Coast Guard intercepted a fishing boat carrying 6,000 kg of methamphetamine, one of the largest-ever drug seizures in Indian history. Here are the key details about this significant operation:
The drugs, consisting of 6,000 kg of methamphetamine, were discovered near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Six Myanmarese crew members aboard the boat were arrested in connection with the seizure.
The methamphetamine was concealed in about 3,000 packets, each weighing 2 kg.
The drugs are estimated to be worth several crores in the international market.
The fishing trawler, which made suspicious movements near Barren Island, 150 km from Port Blair, drew the attention of a Coast Guard Dornier aircraft on routine patrol.
The Coast Guard pilot alerted the Andaman and Nicobar Command, leading to the vessel being warned and asked to reduce its speed.
Fast patrolling vessels were dispatched immediately and escorted the fishing trawler to Port Blair on November 24.
Defence officials believe the methamphetamine was intended for distribution within India and its neighboring countries.
This seizure is being hailed as one of the largest drug busts ever carried out by the Indian Coast Guard.
The operation follows a significant drug destruction effort by the Andaman and Nicobar Police, where drugs worth Rs 475 crore were destroyed earlier this year, including methamphetamine, ganja, and other illicit substances.
This record-breaking seizure highlights the Indian Coast Guard's continuous vigilance and commitment to combating drug trafficking in the region.
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