Narcotics worth Rs 1,814 cr seized, 2 arrested in joint raid

A release from Gujarat ATS Sunday stated, “During the preliminary interrogation of the arrested individuals, it was revealed that the accused, Sanyal Bane, had previously been arrested in 2017 in connection with an MD seizure case under the jurisdiction of Amboli Police Station of Mumbai and had served five years in jail”.
The statement added: “After his release, he conspired with co-accused Amit Chaturvedi to illegally manufacture and sell MD to earn substantial financial profits. As part of this plan, they rented a shed in Bagroda Industrial Estate, Bhopal, 6-7 months ago”.

“For the past 3-4 months, they had gathered raw materials and equipment for the illegal production of MD and had begun the chemical process and sale of the drug,” said the statemnet

Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi hailed the operation and posted on X: “Kudos to Gujarat ATS and NCB (Ops), Delhi, for a massive win in the fight against drugs! Recently, they raided a factory in Bhopal and seized MD and materials used to manufacture MD, with a staggering total value of ?1814 crores!”

“This achievement showcases the tireless efforts of our law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking and abuse,” he said. “Their collaborative efforts are crucial in safeguarding the health and security of our society. The dedication of our law enforcement agencies is truly commendable. Let’s continue to support them in their mission to make India a safest and healthier nation!,” he added while sharing a bunch of pictures with the post.