Daijiworld Media Network – Chennai

Chennai, Oct 16: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Sunday seized 320 kilograms of cannabis (ganja) worth around Rs 2 crore from a mini truck in Chennai and arrested two individuals in connection with the consignment.

Acting on a tip-off, officers from the NCB’s Chennai Zonal Unit intercepted the vehicle near Karanodai Toll Plaza. They recovered 150 packets of cannabis hidden in a specially designed cavity of the truck. Investigations revealed that the consignment was transported from Andhra Pradesh to Chennai.

The driver of the truck and another person, who allegedly arranged fake number plates and a fake FASTag, have been arrested. The NCB said both men are part of a larger smuggling network, and efforts are ongoing to trace other members.

The seizure comes amid rising concerns over drug consumption, especially among youth in Tamil Nadu. The opposition has alleged that the state is becoming a hub for narcotics smuggling to other countries.

The state police and ruling DMK have clarified that no drugs are manufactured in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing that seized narcotics are trafficked from other states. Authorities added that strict action is being taken against traffickers to curb the illegal trade.