DRI’s efforts have resulted in seizure of 26 kg cocaine at multiple locations with arrest of 22 persons since May 2026

In continuation of its sustained efforts to curb drug trafficking and dismantle narcotics supply networks, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) today seized 2 kg cocaine at Surat and arrested one person involved in its illicit trafficking under the relevant provisions of NDPS Act, 1985.

Beside this seizure, DRI has carried out a series of operations at various airports, railway stations, courier terminals, and highways in Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Patna, Cochin, and Ahmedabad, and has cumulatively seized approximately 26 kg cocaine since last month. During these operations, 22 persons, including 14 foreign nationals, were arrested.

The contraband was trafficked through various modus operandi such as ingestion (swallowing drug-filled capsules or pellets for internal concealment within the body), concealment in household and edible items, soaking them in fabrics, concealment in baggage etc.

Through coordinated operations, DRI has consistently targeted organized syndicates engaged in the trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, contributing to the Government of India’s vision of a Nasha Mukt Bharat (Drug free India).  

Every year, June 26 is observed as the International Day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. Established by the United Nations in 1987, this day is dedicated internationally to strengthening global action, raising awareness about the devastating impacts of substance abuse, and combating the illegal drug trade.

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Anti-narcotics enforcement targets cocaine trafficking through coordinated seizures, concealment methods, and arrests under the NDPS Act. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence reported a coordinated anti-narcotics operation in which 2 kg of cocaine was seized in Surat and one person was arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985 in connection with illicit trafficking. The release states that, since May 2026, DRI operations across multiple transport and logistics hubs have resulted in the cumulative seizure of approximately 26 kg of cocaine and the arrest of 22 persons, including 14 foreign nationals. The release also describes trafficking methods involving ingestion, concealment in household and edible items, fabrics, and baggage.