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Delhi Customs destroys 165 kg of seized drugs worth ₹515 crore at incineration facility

The Delhi customs department at the airport announced the destruction of nearly 165 kilograms of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The illicit materials, valued at approximately 515 crore rupees, were disposed of at an incineration facility located in the city. Officials stated that the operation was executed following official statutory procedures and safeguards.

State

Delhi

First reported

October 2026

Estimated value

₹515 crore

Agency involved

Delhi Customs

Arrests reported

109 drug traffickers between April and September

Status

Seized drugs destroyed at an incineration facility

The full story

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A high-level drug disposal committee, led by its chairperson alongside other senior officers, oversaw the destruction process. According to the commissioner of customs for airport and general, the destroyed consignment comprised about 140 kg of hydroponic weed worth roughly 140 crore rupees and 25 kg of cocaine valued at around 375 crore rupees.

Authorities also shared enforcement figures for the period between April and September. During these months, customs officials at the Indira Gandhi International Airport registered 89 drug seizure cases involving around 611 kg of narcotics, including heroin, cocaine, and hydroponic weed, leading to the arrest of 109 individuals.

Not yet reported: The articles do not mention the specific court cases or legal outcomes for the 109 arrested traffickers.

Where the case stands

The latest position in the reports we read.

The seized narcotics have been successfully destroyed at an incineration facility following statutory procedures.

Who was affected

Described in general terms; we do not name victims.

The general public and society at large, who are targeted by illicit drug trafficking and abuse networks.

Timeline

Key dates as reported, oldest first.

Between April and SeptemberDelhi Customs at Indira Gandhi International Airport made 89 cases of drug seizures involving approximately 611 kg of narcotic substances and arrested 109 drug traffickers.

WednesdayA high-level drug disposal committee destroyed nearly 165 kg of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances at an incineration facility in Delhi.

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Sources and further reading

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hindustantimes.comOriginal report Hindustan Times<![CDATA[https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/delhi-customs-destroys-165-kg-of-seized-drugs-worth-515-crore-at-incineration-facility-101791388394064.html]]>Delhi Customs destroys 165 kg drugs worth ₹515 crore | Tap to know more | Inshorts - InshortsInshorts · 8 Oct 2026

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