A passenger arriving from Bangkok was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport on Tuesday after customs officials allegedly found a large quantity of hydroponic ganja in his luggage.
According to officials, Bengaluru Customs intercepted the passenger after he landed and conducted a detailed examination of his check-in baggage. The search led to the seizure of 14.93 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 5.23 crore, which had been concealed in the checked-in luggage.
Customs authorities shared details of the operation on the social media platform X, stating that the contraband had been carefully hidden to evade detection.
“Major NDPS Seizure at Bengaluru Airport | 09.06.2026 Bengaluru Customs intercepted a passenger arriving from Bangkok and seized 14.93 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at ₹5.23 crore, concealed in checked-in baggage. The accused was arrested under the NDPS Act," Bengaluru Customs’ post reads.
The accused, whose identity has been disclosed by officials, was subsequently arrested under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Further investigation into the case is underway.
10/06/2026 News18
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