Synopsis
Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reported significant drug seizures in 2024, totaling Rs 4,249.90 crore, alongside the arrest of 14,230 individuals for drug consumption. The data highlights Pune as a major hub for drug trafficking in the state.Key Takeaways
- Rs 4,249.90 crore worth of drugs seized in 2024.
- 14,230 arrests for drug consumption made.
- Pune reported highest drug seizure valued at Rs 3,679.36 crore.
- Total of 2,738 cases registered for possession and trafficking.
- NDPS Act saw 15,873 cases registered.
Mumbai, March 4 (NationPress) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis disclosed in a formal response to the state assembly that drugs valued at Rs 4,249.90 crore were confiscated, with 14,230 individuals detained for drug consumption in the year 2024.
Fadnavis, overseeing the Home Department, reported that 2,738 cases were registered concerning drug possession and trafficking, resulting in 3,627 arrests.
He also mentioned that drugs worth Rs 4,290.90 crore were seized throughout 2024.
According to the chief minister, 14,230 suspects were apprehended for drug use in 15,873 cases filed under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
Government data indicates that Pune leads in trafficking and possession incidents, with drugs valued at Rs 3,679.36 crore seized.
In Pune, 204 arrests were made, and 129 cases were recorded.
In total, 1,153 cases were filed in Mumbai city and its suburbs, leading to 1,342 arrests, with both areas reporting seizures totaling Rs 513 crore.
