Ministry of Finance
DRI dismantles narcotics manufacturing and distribution network in Delhi NCR
DRI seizes 16.27 kg Amphetamine, 7.9 kg Cocaine, 1.8 kg Heroin, 2.13 kg Ganja, and 115.42 kg precursor chemicals, worth approximately ₹108.81 crore in illicit international market; 26 foreign nationals arrested
Posted On:
24 OCT 2025 4:38PM by PIB Delhi
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully dismantled a major narcotics manufacturing and distribution network operating across the National Capital Region, in a coordinated multi-day operation conducted from 21st to 23rd October 2025.
Based on specific intelligence developed by DRI, officers raided a clandestine facility for manufacturing Methamphetamine located at an isolated farm premise near high-rise residential buildings in Greater Noida. The search resulted in the seizure of 11.40 kg Amphetamine and 110.923 kg precursor chemicals used for its manufacture.
Simultaneously, the main handler of the syndicate was apprehended from his residence in Gurugram, and 1.33 kg of Amphetamine was recovered from his possession.
In a swift follow-up action, DRI officers identified another premises suspected to be used for storing and distribution of the contraband in West Delhi. The premises were located in a densely populated and congested area, surrounded by narrow lanes, posing considerable logistical and security challenges.
During the operation, the officers encountered large number of persons, who attempted to obstruct official action. Despite the presence of hostile elements and the risk of evidence destruction, the DRI team with assistance from Delhi Police, displaying restraint, and tactical acumen, successfully secured the premises and completed the search. The search led to multiple arrests and recovery of 7.79 kg Cocaine, 1.87 kg Heroin, 3.54 kg Amphetamine; 2 kg Ganja; 0.15 kg Methaqualone along with 4.50 kg precursor chemicals used for the manufacture of narcotics substances along with ₹37 lakh in cash, suspected to be proceeds of drug trafficking.
In total, 16.27 kg Amphetamine, 7.9 kg Cocaine, 1.8 kg Heroin, 2.13 kg Ganja, and 115.42 kg precursor chemicals, valued at approximately ₹108.81 crore in the illicit international market, have been seized during the course of the operation. In all, 26 foreign nationals have been arrested during the operation.
This complex operation, executed across multiple jurisdictions and under challenging field conditions, exemplifies DRI’s commitment to intelligence-led enforcement, inter-agency coordination, and the unwavering resolve to combat the threat of narcotics smuggling and synthetic drug manufacture.
Further investigation is underway.
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