In a major operation against narcotics trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai Zonal Unit, on Sunday seized 42.34 kg of hydroponic weed worth around Rs 42 crore in the illicit market from two passengers from Bangkok at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA).

Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers intercepted the fliers upon their arrival and conducted a detailed examination of their baggage. The examination led to the recovery of 21 food packets of noodles, biscuits etc in which hydroponic weed was stuffed. The substance tested positive for drugs with NDPS field kit.