Over 1,300 kgs of cannabis, also known as ganja, valued at Rs 2 crore in the grey market, was seized on the city outskirts, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) said on Tuesday.
Acting on specific intelligence, sleuth of DRI (Hyderabad Zonal Unit) intercepted a lorry carrying load of paddy husk at Pedda Amberpet toll plaza on Monday.
However, detailed examination of the cargo revealed that several bags of ganja were concealed inside the load of paddy husk, a release from DRI said.
A total of 1,335.4 kg of cannabis, whose approximate value was Rs 2 crore, have been seized under the provisions of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, it said.
The driver of the vehicle, along with an associate who was travelling in the lorry, said during the investigation that the ganja was loaded near Bhadrachalam in Telangana and was being transported to Bidar in Karnataka, it said adding the duo was arrested.
Further investigation is in progress.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app