Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], October 6 : Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) have confiscated drugs and raw materials valued at Rs 1,814 crore from a factory in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and apprehended two accused, said an official of Gujarat ATS.
The accused have been identified as Amit Chaturvedi, a resident of Bhopal and Sanyal Bane, a resident of Nashik.
During the search operation, 907 kg MD (Methylenedioxymethamphetamine) worth Rs 1,814 crore were seized in both liquid and solid form.
ATS Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Sunil Joshi said that it is the biggest drug factory that have been busted by the Gujarat ATS.
"Gujarat ATS has been working on the No Drug policy of the government. Action is being taken against international drug smugglers and those involved in the production of MD and other synthetic drugs in the country. Our officer had received information that a person, Amit Chaturvedi resident of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and another person Sanyal Bane resident of Nashik Maharashtra have made a sophisticated drug factory in Bhopal and have been producing MD in it...When it was clear that this information was correct, a team was formed along with NCB operations. The factory was identified in Bhopal...Both the accused were apprehended from the factory and during the search 907 kg MD in both liquid and solid form were seized. Its value is approximately Rs 1814 crore in the international market...This is the biggest lab that we have busted..."
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi applauded the authorities for busting the major drug syndicate in order to safeguard the health and security of society.
In a social media post on X, Harsh Sanghavi wrote, "Kudos to Gujarat ATS and NCB (Ops), Delhi, for a massive win in the fight against drugs! Recently, they raided a factory in Bhopal and seized MD and materials used to manufacture MD, with a staggering total value of Rs1814 crores! This achievement showcases the tireless efforts of our law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking and abuse. Their collaborative efforts are crucial in safeguarding the health and security of our society. The dedication of our law enforcement agencies is truly commendable. Let's continue to support them in their mission to make India a safest and healthier nation!"