Massive Drug Bust: DRI Dismantles Illegal Alprazolam Factory in Telangana, Seizes Over Rs 23 Crore in Contraband

In a powerful blow against illicit drug manufacturing, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully unearthed and dismantled a major illegal alprazolam production facility operating stealthily in Telangana. This decisive operation, carried out by the Hyderabad Zonal Unit of the DRI, resulted in the monumental seizure of psychotropic substances and raw materials estimated to be worth over Rs 23 crore in the black market.

The clandestine unit, cunningly disguised and operating without the necessary licenses, was discovered near Sadasivapet in Telangana's Sangareddy district.

Following meticulously gathered intelligence, DRI officers launched a precise raid, catching the operators red-handed in the act of manufacturing highly regulated substances for illegal distribution.

During the exhaustive search, authorities confiscated a staggering 20.65 kilograms of Alprazolam, a potent psychotropic substance widely misused for its sedative properties, valued at an astounding Rs 20.65 crore.

But the haul didn't stop there. Officers also seized 33.9 kilograms of Mephentermine Sulfate, another controlled substance often exploited as a stimulant, with an estimated value of Rs 3.39 crore. Additionally, 1.4 kilograms of other psychotropic substances and a significant quantity of 98.6 kilograms of various raw materials crucial for the illicit drug synthesis were recovered, alongside sophisticated manufacturing equipment.

Alprazolam, classified as a psychotropic substance under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, is a prescribed medication primarily used for anxiety and panic disorders.

However, its widespread abuse due to its psychoactive effects fuels a dangerous black market, posing severe risks to public health and safety. The illegal production of such drugs not only bypasses crucial quality control and safety standards but also directly contributes to addiction and societal harm.

In connection with this high-profile case, the DRI has apprehended two individuals who were actively involved in the illegal operation.

Both have been arrested under the stringent provisions of the NDPS Act, 1985, and further investigations are actively underway. The DRI is relentlessly pursuing leads to unravel the complete network, aiming to identify all backward and forward linkages of this dangerous drug syndicate and bring every perpetrator to justice.

This significant bust underscores the unwavering commitment of Indian law enforcement agencies, particularly the DRI, in their relentless fight against the production and trafficking of illicit drugs.

It sends a strong message to those involved in such nefarious activities that their operations will be detected, dismantled, and their perpetrators brought to face the full force of the law.