Marijuana Worth Rs 4 Crore Seized at Bhubaneswar Airport, Passenger Detained

Bhubaneswar: Customs officials on Tuesday seized a large consignment of marijuana worth around Rs 4 crore at the Biju Patnaik International Airport here during routine security checks.

The seizure was made after Customs officers inspected the baggage of a passenger who had arrived on an international flight. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, officials intercepted the luggage and recovered a substantial quantity of marijuana concealed inside.

One person has been detained in connection with the case and is currently being questioned by Customs authorities. The identity of the individual has not been disclosed.

Preliminary information suggests that the passenger had arrived in Bhubaneswar on an IndiGo flight from Bangkok, pointing to a possible international trafficking link.

Initial findings indicate that the narcotics were likely intended for distribution during the upcoming Zero Night celebrations, a period when enforcement agencies remain on high alert.

Customs officials have launched a detailed investigation to trace the source of the contraband and identify the intended recipients. Further action will be taken based on the outcome of the probe.