PASNI – In a high-stakes intelligence-driven operation off the Pasni coast of Balochistan, the Pakistan Navy, in cooperation with the Anti‑Narcotics Force (ANF), seized a massive narcotics haul estimated at $38 million in value. The intercepted consignment consisted of approximately 1,100 kg of hashish, 50 kg of crystal methamphetamine, and 100 kg of heroin, retrieved from smugglers attempting to transport the dangerous cargo across the Arabian Sea.
Officials have transferred the narcotics to the ANF for immediate legal proceedings and further investigation. Maritime security sources praised the operation as a testament to the growing strategic coordination and vigilance of Pakistan’s security forces in safeguarding national borders against transnational criminal networks.
This seizure is among several high-profile anti-smuggling successes in recent years. The joint maritime agencies have consistently disrupted trafficking routes along Balochistan’s coast and in Pakistan’s northern maritime zones. Past operations have not only involved narcotics but also illicit liquor and other contraband, reinforcing authorities’ sustained commitment to maintaining lawful order at sea.
Security analysts believe this strike sends a clear message to organized smuggling syndicates exploiting maritime routes. It also reflects the increasing effectiveness of intelligence sharing and operational synergy between naval forces and federal enforcement agencies. Observers note that such decisive action helps bolster regional maritime security and protects Pakistan’s economic and geopolitical interests from illicit trade.
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