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Indian, Sri Lankan Navies seize 500 kg narcotics from fishing boats in Arabian Sea while conducting joint operation

By IBNS
Nov 29, 2024..

Based on information received from the Sri Lankan Navy regarding probable narcotics smuggling by 'Sri Lankan flagged' fishing vessels in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy responded through a coordinated operation to localise and intercept the boats to seize 500 kg of narcotics (Crystal Meth).


"Extensive surveillance was undertaken by Indian Naval Long Range Maritime Patrol Aircraft and Remotely Piloted Aircraft, based on inputs from the Information Fusion Centre (Indian Ocean Region), Gurugram, and an Indian Naval ship was deployed to augment efforts," read a statement issued by the Indian government on the operation.

Two boats were identified based on continuous inputs from the Sri Lankan Navy and aerial surveillance by IN aircraft.

"Subsequently, in a closely coordinated operation between the ship and the aerial assets, both boats were boarded by the ship’s boarding team on 24 and 25 Nov 24, leading to the seizure of approximately 500 kg of narcotics (Crystal Meth)," the statement said.

One additional IN ship was also tasked to augment the force level for the conduct of anti-narcotics operations.

The two boats, along with crew and seized narcotics, are being handed over to Sri Lankan authorities for further legal action.

The operation reaffirms the close partnership and bonds developed between the two countries and navies.

It also symbolizes the combined resolve of both navies to address regional maritime challenges, and ensure safety and security in the Indian Ocean Region.

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