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Crime
Two Arrested in Thane with ₹11.6 Lakh Worth of Mephedrone Seized
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 10:15 PM
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Police in Thane detained two suspects after seizing mephedrone drugs valued at approximately ₹11.6 million.
Thane police announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of trafficking mephedrone, a synthetic stimulant. The operation resulted in the seizure of drugs estimated to be worth about ₹11.6 million. Authorities said the confiscated quantity was significant and indicated a larger network may be under investigation. The suspects are currently in custody and will face charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Further details about the investigation have not been released pending formal statements from the police.
The seizure underscores ongoing efforts by Maharashtra law‑enforcement agencies to curb the illegal drug trade in the state. Officials highlighted that mephedrone is often misused for its psychoactive effects and poses a serious public health risk. The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to drug trafficking.
No injuries or collateral damage were reported in connection with the operation. The case will proceed through the judicial system, and the police have indicated that additional arrests could follow as the probe continues.
The seizure underscores ongoing efforts by Maharashtra law‑enforcement agencies to curb the illegal drug trade in the state. Officials highlighted that mephedrone is often misused for its psychoactive effects and poses a serious public health risk. The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to drug trafficking.
No injuries or collateral damage were reported in connection with the operation. The case will proceed through the judicial system, and the police have indicated that additional arrests could follow as the probe continues.