Gujarat: In a significant drug bust, Gujarat police seized 427 kg of suspected methamphetamine from a factory in the Ankleshwar industrial area of Bharuch district on Sunday. The operation, conducted by the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Surat and Bharuch police, resulted in the arrest of one person in connection with the illegal drug trade. The seized meth, also known as MD, has an estimated value of ₹14.10 lakh, pending confirmation by forensic testing.
Inspector Anand Chaudhary of the SOG confirmed the raid took place at a firm called ‘Avasar Enterprise,’ located in the Ankleshwar GIDC area. The drugs are now being analyzed by the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) to confirm their authenticity. Authorities have registered a case, and further investigations are underway to uncover the network behind this major bust.
This seizure follows closely on the heels of another massive operation in Gujarat. A joint effort by Gujarat and Delhi police recently led to the seizure of over 500 kg of cocaine valued at ₹5,000 crore from Avkar Drugs Limited, also in Ankleshwar. That raid, based on intelligence inputs regarding an international drug cartel, exposed the extent of narcotic trafficking operations in India. Additionally, 40 kg of hydroponic marijuana was discovered the first of its kind seizure in the national capital.
Speaking about these developments, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi lauded the efforts of law enforcement: “This achievement showcases the tireless efforts of our law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking and abuse. Their collaborative efforts are crucial in safeguarding the health and security of our society.”
In another related crackdown, Delhi police recently seized 200 kg of drugs worth ₹2,000 crore from a closed shop in Ramesh Nagar, underscoring the magnitude of drug cartels operating across the country. These back-to-back seizures, totaling more than ₹7,000 crore, highlight the ongoing war against narcotics in India.
