Hyderabad's Excise STF-D team intercepted three real estate agents transporting 11.7 kg of cannabis worth ₹6 lakh. The suspects allegedly sourced the contraband from Odisha.

Key Takeaways

  • Three real estate agents arrested in Saroornagar, Hyderabad.
  • 11.7 kg of Ganja worth approximately ₹6 lakh seized.
  • Suspects used two-wheelers to transport drugs from Odisha.
  • Additional narcotics seizures reported in Medchal-Malkajgiri area.

In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Excise STF-D team in Hyderabad has arrested three men working in the real estate sector. The accused were allegedly involved in the transportation and sale of 11.7 kg of ganja, valued at approximately ₹6 lakh, in the Saroornagar area.

Modus Operandi Revealed

The arrested individuals have been identified as Elishala Naveen (22), Jaka Shikakumar (26), and Vaidya Jagadeesh (26). According to official reports, the trio developed a dependency on cannabis through a colleague from Odisha who worked at their real estate office. Leveraging this connection, they established a smuggling route to procure large quantities of the contraband.

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Investigations revealed that the suspects would travel to Odisha on two-wheelers, procuring between 10 kg to 20 kg of ganja per trip to sell for profit in Hyderabad. The operation, led by CI Nagaraju, successfully intercepted the trio during a sale attempt, leading to the seizure of the drugs, their vehicles, and mobile phones.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the infiltration of drug trafficking networks into legitimate professional sectors like real estate poses a significant challenge to urban security. When professionals use their mobility and social standing as a cover for illegal activities, it complicates surveillance and detection efforts by law enforcement.

The use of professional identities to mask narcotics smuggling highlights a sophisticated shift in local drug distribution networks.

Historical Background

The interstate smuggling of cannabis from Odisha and Chhattisgarh into Telangana has been a recurring issue for law enforcement. The Telangana Excise Department has consistently intensified its border and urban patrolling to disrupt these supply chains that often rely on interstate transit via two-wheelers and private vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much contraband was seized in this operation?
A total of 11.7 kg of ganja was seized during the Saroornagar operation.

2. Where did the suspects source the drugs from?
The suspects allegedly procured the drugs from Odisha using a contact in their workplace.

Did You Know?: In a separate operation, enforcement teams also seized hashish oil and ganja in the LB Nagar area, highlighting the widespread nature of the crackdown.