Major Drug Syndicate Busted in Delhi-NCR as Government Intensifies Crackdown

The government’s unwavering crackdown on drug trafficking has led to a major breakthrough in Delhi-NCR, where law enforcement agencies dismantled a powerful narco-network. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed the Modi government’s zero-tolerance policy against drugs, commending the joint efforts of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Delhi Police in executing the operation.

Acting on intelligence inputs, officials intercepted a vehicle in Delhi’s Chhatarpur area, seizing 5.103 kilograms of high-quality crystal methamphetamine worth approximately ₹10.2 crore. The operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals, including four foreign nationals linked to an influential family in Nigeria. Further investigation led authorities to an illicit drug processing unit, referred to as an “African Kitchen,” in Tilak Nagar, where they confiscated additional narcotics, including Afghan heroin and MDMA (Ecstasy pills) worth ₹16.4 crore. A subsequent raid at a rented apartment in Greater Noida uncovered heroin and cocaine, further strengthening the case against the syndicate.

The probe revealed that the network was not only involved in large-scale drug trafficking but also facilitated foreign nationals in obtaining student visas to major universities in the National Capital Region (NCR) and Punjab. While some arrived in India under the pretense of pursuing education, they were deeply involved in drug distribution and illegal financial transactions, including cryptocurrency-based deals.

The successful bust highlights the NCB’s commitment to dismantling organized drug networks and curbing narcotics smuggling across the country. Authorities have urged citizens to play an active role in the fight against drug trafficking by reporting any suspicious activity through the MANAS National Narcotics Helpline at 1933. Investigations are ongoing to uncover further links in this complex drug syndicate, ensuring that those responsible face legal action.