Mumbai Customs Seize 14.9 kg of Hydroponic Weed Worth Rs 14.9 Cr at CSMI Airport, Two Arrested

Mumbai, Maharashtra (November 9, 2024): Mumbai Customs officials seized 14.9 kilograms of Hydroponic Weed (Ganja), valued at approximately Rs 14.9 crore, at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on November 8. The seizure was made following intelligence received by the authorities.

The passengers, who had arrived from Bangkok, were arrested in connection with the drug haul.

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