The Ministry of Finance announced on 19 October 2026 that the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 7.1 kg of amphetamine and 3.1 kg of cocaine across three operations. The seizures occurred at airports in Bengaluru and New Delhi, and near Nagpur, where narcotics were found concealed in passenger baggage and a backpack. Three individuals were arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. The operations took place between 14 and 16 October 2026.
Key points
- Seized: ~7.1 kg amphetamine and ~3.1 kg cocaine
- Arrests: 3 persons arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985
- Locations: Kempegowda Airport (Bengaluru), IGI Airport (New Delhi), and near Nagpur
- Dates: Operations conducted between 14 and 16 October 2026
When it applies
- interception of passenger at Kempegowda International Airport
- interception of passenger at IGI Airport
Who it affects
- passengers
Refers to
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985