Kerala police arrest three in major MDMA drug seizure operation

Kerala police have intensified their crackdown on drug trafficking with three arrests and the seizure of 160 grams of MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) in a series of operations conducted within 24 hours, authorities said. The breakthrough marks one of the significant drug busts recorded in the state in recent months, reflecting heightened enforcement action against synthetic drug circulation networks. The coordinated operations span multiple locations across Kerala, indicating a wider investigation into organized drug distribution channels. Among the three arrested, 21-year-old Aromal A from Kottakkakam was detained near the College of Architecture in Vilappilsala with 106 grams of MDMA, accounting for the majority of the total seizure. The remaining two arrests resulted in the recovery of 54 grams of the substance from undisclosed locations. Police have registered cases against the accused under relevant provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Investigators are examining the supply chain and potential links to larger trafficking networks operating across state borders. The operation underscores the growing presence of synthetic drugs in Kerala's urban centers, particularly among younger demographics, prompting enhanced surveillance and intelligence-driven enforcement initiatives.