Sagar Manthan-4: Big Bust on the High Seas

A joint anti-narcotics operation off the Gujarat coast led to the seizure of 700 kg of Methamphetamine and the arrest of eight Iranian nationals. The operation involved the Navy, NCB, and Gujarat Police, with the drugs valued at Rs 2,500-3,500 crore. This initiative follows a government commitment to a drug-free India.

A significant anti-narcotics operation resulted in the interception of about 700 kg of Methamphetamine seized off the Gujarat coast, involving the arrest of eight Iranians. The operation was conducted by a joint team comprising the Navy, NCB, and Gujarat Police.

Code-named 'Sagar Manthan-4', the mission successfully tracked an unregistered vessel lacking navigational tools, as per NCB officials. This contraband's street value stands between Rs 2,500-3,500 crore.

Home Minister Amit Shah praised the operation as a testament to cohesive agency efforts under Prime Minister Modi's vision for a drug-free country. The operation marks the second major drug bust at sea by the Navy this year.

(With inputs from agencies.)