The Mumbai police have been vigilant in combating the drug syndicate operating within the city. Last year, they registered 8,299 drug consumption cases, reflecting a decrease from 10,264 cases in 2022 and 7,088 cases in 2021, as per a police official.

Throughout last year, up to the month of November, 22 cases against foreign nationals were registered, resulting in the successful apprehension of 29 individuals. Over the past five years, 116 cases involving foreign nationals were documented, leading to the capture of 174 individuals involved in drug-related activities.