**Summary of DRI Operations and Cocaine Seizures (June 2026)**
**Overview**
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has reported significant success in its ongoing efforts to dismantle narcotics supply networks across India. These operations are aligned with the Government of India’s "Nasha Mukt Bharat" (Drug-free India) initiative and coincide with the International Day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking, observed annually on June 26.
**Recent Seizures and Arrests**
* **Surat Operation:** The DRI recently seized a 2 kg consignment of cocaine in Surat, resulting in the arrest of one individual under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
* **Cumulative Metrics (Since May 2026):** In a series of coordinated operations at airports, railway stations, highways, and courier terminals, the DRI has seized approximately 26 kg of cocaine.
* **Total Apprehensions:** Since May 2026, 22 persons have been arrested in connection with these seizures, 14 of whom are foreign nationals.
**Geographic Scope**
Operations have been concentrated in several major hubs, including:
* Mumbai
* Delhi
* Jaipur
* Patna
* Cochin
* Ahmedabad
* Surat
**Modus Operandi**
Trafficking syndicates have employed diverse concealment methods to bypass security, including:
* **Ingestion:** Internal concealment by swallowing drug-filled pellets or capsules.
* **Household/Edible Items:** Hiding contraband within common domestic goods or food products.
* **Fabric Soaking:** Soaking narcotics into various fabrics.
* **Baggage:** Traditional concealment within personal luggage.
**Administrative Information**
* **Release ID:** 2278227
* **Date of Issue:** June 26, 2026
* **Source:** PIB Delhi, Ministry of Finance
Key Entities Referenced
Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI): The primary investigative and enforcement agency under the Ministry of Finance responsible for the seizure of cocaine and the dismantling of narcotics supply networks across India.
NDPS Act, 1985: The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, which provides the legal framework for the arrests and seizure of contraband mentioned in the policy document.
Nasha Mukt Bharat: The Government of India’s national vision and initiative for a drug-free India, which these enforcement operations aim to support.
Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Patna, Cochin, and Ahmedabad: The key geographical locations where the DRI conducted a series of operations at airports, railway stations, and courier terminals to intercept drug trafficking.
Ministry of Finance
DRI seizes 2 kg cocaine consignment in Surat;
One held
DRI’s efforts have resulted in seizure of 26 kg cocaine at
multiple locations with arrest of 22 persons since May 2026
प्रव तथ: 26 JUN 2026 4:57PM by PIB Delhi
In continuation of its sustained efforts to curb drug trafficking and dismantle narcotics supply networks, the Directorate of Revenue
Intelligence (DRI) today seized 2 kg cocaine at Surat and arrested one person involved in its illicit trafficking under the relevant provisions of
NDPS Act, 1985.
Beside this seizure, DRI has carried out a series of operations at various airports, railway stations, courier terminals, and highways in
Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Patna, Cochin, and Ahmedabad, and has cumulatively seized approximately 26 kg cocaine since last month. During
these operations, 22 persons, including 14 foreign nationals, were arrested.
The contraband was trafficked through various modus operandi such as ingestion (swallowing drug-filled capsules or pellets for internal
concealment within the body), concealment in household and edible items, soaking them in fabrics, concealment in baggage etc.
Through coordinated operations, DRI has consistently targeted organized syndicates engaged in the trafficking of narcotic drugs and
psychotropic substances, contributing to the Government of India’s vision of a Nasha Mukt Bharat (Drug free India).Every year, June 26 is observed as the International Day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. Established by the United Nations in 1987,
this day is dedicated internationally to strengthening global action, raising awareness about the devastating impacts of substance abuse, and
combating the illegal drug trade.
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NB/KMN
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