Major Drug Bust in Hyderabad: NCB Seizes 69.6 kg of Alprazolam
69.6 kg Alprazolam seized in Hyderabad; NCB arrests three
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The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) arrested three individuals in Hyderabad for operating an illegal drug manufacturing lab, seizing 69.6 kg of Alprazolam valued at approximately ₹17.40 crore (around $2.1 million USD). The operation revealed plans to distribute the drug to local toddy shops amid rising summer demand.
- 01NCB seized 69.6 kg of Alprazolam valued at ₹17.40 crore.
- 02Three individuals were arrested, including a chemist and a raw material procurer.
- 03The illegal lab was located in IDA Moula Ali, Hyderabad.
- 04Raw materials for manufacturing Ephedrine were also confiscated.
- 05The seized Alprazolam was intended for sale in local toddy shops.
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On April 20, 2023, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) conducted a raid on an illegal drug manufacturing lab in IDA Moula Ali, Hyderabad, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of 69.6 kg of Alprazolam. The contraband, valued at approximately ₹17.40 crore (around $2.1 million USD), was found in two drums at the facility, which was also producing raw materials for Ephedrine without a license. The arrested individuals included a chemist, a raw material procurer, and a receiver. Preliminary investigations indicated that the seized Alprazolam was intended for distribution to local toddy shops in Telangana, where demand increases during the summer months. The NCB continues to investigate the operation further.
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This drug bust may help reduce the availability of illegal substances in local markets, particularly in areas with high summer demand.
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