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Two women held at Gaya airport with 10kg marijuana seizure
Customs and CISF officials have arrested two women at Gaya Airport after recovering 10 kilograms of marijuana from their possession. The arrests were made as the women arrived from Thailand on Wednesday.
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A joint operation by customs authorities and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel resulted in the arrest of two women at Gaya Airport in Bihar on Wednesday. The women were apprehended upon arrival from Thailand with 10 kilograms of marijuana in their possession.
The seizure was made as part of enhanced screening protocols at the airport. Officials intercepted the contraband during the arrival formalities, leading to the immediate arrest of both women.
The recovered marijuana has been seized and will be processed as per existing drug control regulations. The case has been registered and further investigation is underway to determine the source and intended destination of the contraband, as well as the involvement of any other individuals in the smuggling operation.
The arrest underscores ongoing efforts by Indian customs and security agencies to curb drug trafficking through international airports. The Gaya Airport, which handles both domestic and international flights, maintains regular surveillance to prevent smuggling of contraband materials.