Daman Police Bust Inter-State Drug Network, Seize 12.607 Kg Ganja; Two Arrested

Daman Police have arrested two men and seized 12.607 kg of ganja in a crackdown on an alleged inter-state drug supply network operating between Daman and Vapi.

The arrests followed a tip-off received by the Moti Daman Coastal Police, who intercepted a car in Patlara village on October 1, 2026. During the search, officers found a bag containing suspected ganja in the boot of the vehicle.

The car, bearing registration number DD-03-QU-6502, was stopped as part of the police operation. The suspected substance was subsequently tested with the assistance of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), which confirmed it as marijuana.

Police seized 2.597 kg of ganja from the vehicle and arrested Ankit Rajkumar Gupta in connection with the seizure.

Interrogation Leads Police to Vapi Supplier

During the interrogation of Gupta, police allegedly learnt about Saurabh Rai Singh, a Vapi resident who was identified as the main supplier in the network.

Based on the information gathered during the investigation, police conducted a raid at Singh's residence in Vapi. The operation led to the recovery of another 10.010 kg of ganja.

Singh was subsequently arrested by the police. With the two seizures, the total quantity of ganja recovered during the operation stood at 12.607 kg.

Probe Under NDPS Act Underway

Daman Police have registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act against the accused and launched a further investigation into the alleged network.

The police are now working to establish the links connected to the supply chain and identify other people who may be involved in the network.

Daman Police said they have adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards the illegal drug trade. The investigation has been intensified to trace the connections associated with the network and take action against those found involved.