Major Synthetic Drug Ring Dismantled in Tamil Nadu: 14 Arrested Including Foreign Nationals

Nov 08, 2025 02:28 am CST

Police in Tamil Nadu have uncovered a sophisticated interstate synthetic drug network operated by foreign nationals, resulting in 14 arrests. The cartel used encrypted communications and GPS coordinates for contactless drug deliveries, with operations spanning multiple states including Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Officials note a concerning shift from cannabis to more expensive synthetic drugs among students and young users.