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Gujarat ATS and Coast Guard Nab Five Pakistanis, Confiscate 526 Kg of Narcotics
✍️ dailyexcelsior.com
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 10:36 PM
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The Gujarat Anti‑Terrorism Squad, together with the Indian Coast Guard, arrested five Pakistani nationals and seized 526 kg of illicit drugs in a coastal operation, officials said.
Gujarat's Anti‑Terrorism Squad (ATS) coordinated with the Indian Coast Guard in a joint operation that resulted in the arrest of five Pakistani nationals suspected of drug trafficking. The suspects were apprehended along the state's coastline, where authorities also uncovered a massive cache of narcotics.
According to officials, a total of 526 kilograms of illegal drugs were seized during the raid. The haul, described as one of the largest drug busts in recent years, is expected to significantly disrupt the supply chain of contraband entering the state.
Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking on the development, praised the swift action of the security forces and underscored the government's commitment to curbing cross‑border drug smuggling. He reiterated that such coordinated efforts between state and central agencies are vital for national security.
The arrested individuals are currently in police custody and will face legal proceedings under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Further details about the exact nature of the seized substances and the investigation's next steps have not been disclosed.
According to officials, a total of 526 kilograms of illegal drugs were seized during the raid. The haul, described as one of the largest drug busts in recent years, is expected to significantly disrupt the supply chain of contraband entering the state.
Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking on the development, praised the swift action of the security forces and underscored the government's commitment to curbing cross‑border drug smuggling. He reiterated that such coordinated efforts between state and central agencies are vital for national security.
The arrested individuals are currently in police custody and will face legal proceedings under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Further details about the exact nature of the seized substances and the investigation's next steps have not been disclosed.