Chennai Airport Seizes 4,877 g of Ganja from Malaysian Passenger
TL;DR
- Indian woman arrested after arrival from Kuala Lumpur
- 4,877 g of cannabis seized, worth ₹1.71 crore
- 15 packets hidden in food items in checked luggage
- Second seizure in two days at Chennai airport
- Earlier case involved 1,478 g from a passenger from Bangkok
An Indian woman was detained at Chennai airport after arriving from Kuala Lumpur when customs officials intercepted a smuggling attempt involving 4,877 grams of green‑coloured cannabis. The drugs were hidden in 15 transparent packets concealed within eight food packets inside her checked‑in trolley bag. The contraband, valued at ₹1.71 crore, was seized under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The passenger was arrested and further investigation was underway. This seizure marks the second such incident at Chennai airport in two days, following a previous case on October 29 where 1,478 grams of cannabis were recovered from a passenger arriving from Bangkok.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights ongoing efforts by Indian customs to curb drug smuggling through international airports, underscoring the importance of vigilance in border security for travelers between India, Malaysia and Thailand. It also illustrates the enforcement of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, impacting the safety and legal environment for Indian citizens abroad and reinforcing international cooperation against illicit drug trade.
Nov 1, 2026 · Updated 11/1/2026, 5:40:50 AM · Reported with: Hindustan Times
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