DRFI foils major cannabis smuggling attempt; seizes 591 kg of ganja smuggled from Nepal

On Wednesday, October 20, 2026, the Drugs and Customs Recovery Agency (DRI) achieved a major success in the fight against drug trafficking by thwarting a large-scale attempt to smuggle cannabis. According to a brief statement released by officials, the agency seized a total of 591 kilograms of cannabis smuggled from Nepal. This action not only prevents the entry of narcotic substances into the country but also demonstrates the strict and effective surveillance maintained by the DRI in border areas.

Senior DRI officials stated that this success is the result of the continuous efforts of the agency's intelligence units, which had been monitoring drug trafficking activities for a long time. Immediately upon receiving information, the agency launched a special operation during which the entire smuggling network was disrupted. The seized 591 kilograms of cannabis, a massive quantity, could have seriously impacted the health and future of millions of young people had it reached the market for sale.

This action against drug trafficking was taken at a time when strict measures are being implemented across the country to control the availability and use of narcotic substances. The DRI has initiated the process of identifying and arresting the relevant accused in this case. According to agency sources, this smuggling attempt was part of a large organized network that was attempting to illegally bring narcotic substances into the country by exploiting international borders.

From the perspective of national security and public health, this seizure is considered a significant milestone. The government and security agencies have repeatedly clarified that there will be no compromise against drug trafficking. This successful operation is being welcomed by various sections of society who are concerned about the growing threat of drug abuse. The DRI has continued its further investigation to expose other members of this smuggling ring and its distribution network.

This incident also reveals that drug trafficking in border areas has now taken on a complex and organized form. The DRI's successful effort has inspired other agencies that such large networks can be effectively dismantled through technical surveillance and strict checks at checkpoints. In the coming days, the possibility of the DRI launching similar operations is being considered to uproot drug trafficking from its roots and provide the country with relief from this major problem.