# Narcotics seizures in the Arabian Sea

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/narcotics-seizures-in-the-arabian-sea
> Updated: 2026-09-30T02:26:37.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 2.

In late September 2026, significant narcotics seizures were reported in the Arabian Sea by regional maritime authorities.

On September 26, the Pakistan Navy reported seizing over 2,800 kilograms of narcotics, valued at approximately $750 million, during a joint operation involving the vessels PNS Hunain and PNS Yarmook. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that the drugs were discovered in concealed compartments of a suspicious boat intercepted during routine patrols.

Shortly after, on September 25, the Indian Coast Guard and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad intercepted an Iranian dhow west of Lakshadweep. This operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine, valued at over Rs 3,000 crore. Following a coordinated sea-air surveillance operation and a hot pursuit, authorities apprehended five Pakistani nationals. The intercepted vessel, the crew, and the seized drugs have been escorted under armed security to Mumbai for joint interrogation and multi-agency legal proceedings. Officials described the mission as a significant strike against “transnational narco-terrorism networks.”

## Claims

- The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad seized approximately 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- The seized narcotics are valued at over Rs 3,000 crore in international markets. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- Five Pakistani nationals were arrested during the operation. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- The interdiction operation took place on September 25. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- The vessel, crew, and drugs were escorted to Mumbai for interrogation and legal proceedings. (corroborated by 17 sources)
- The drugs were found on an Iranian dhow in the Arabian Sea, west of Lakshadweep. (corroborated by 10 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Indian Coast Guard seizes Rs 3,000 crore in narcotics in Arabian Sea

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine worth over Rs 3,000 crore from an Iranian dhow in the Arabian Sea, arresting five Pakistani nationals.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-coast-guard-seizes-narcotics-worth-rs-3000-crore-in-arabian-sea

### 2026-09-26: Pakistan Navy seizes $750m in narcotics in Arabian Sea

The Pakistan Navy seized over 2,800 kg of narcotics worth approximately $750 million from a suspicious boat in the Arabian Sea during routine patrols.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pakistan-navy-seizes-750m-in-narcotics-in-arabian-sea

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