Major Drug Bust at Nepal Airport: Indian National Nabbed

An Indian national, traveling from Bangkok to Nepal, was apprehended at Gautam Buddha International Airport for carrying 15 kg of hemp. The narcotic was discovered during a security check on his luggage. Authorities are conducting a detailed investigation into the incident.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kathmandu | Updated: 26-03-2025 16:28 IST | Created: 26-03-2025 16:28 IST
Major Drug Bust at Nepal Airport: Indian National Nabbed
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An Indian national, aged 34, has been arrested at Nepal's Gautam Buddha International Airport after authorities recovered 15 kg of hemp from his belongings.

The individual, identified as Ritesh Kumar, had traveled from Bangkok, Thailand, and was apprehended after security personnel discovered the narcotic during a routine check.

Nepalese police are conducting a further investigation to gather more details about the incident and potential connections.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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