A Zambian lady was apprehended by detectives from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Hyderabad Unit, when she landed at the RGI Airport in Hyderabad throughout Sunday morning in a major narcotics bust.
She was found with roughly 8 kgs of heroin worth approximately Rs 53 crore.
Qatar Airways QR500 had brought the customer from Doha. Detectives from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence apprehended her and began questioning her based on detailed information.
When questioned, she initially denied any wrongdoing but later acknowledged transporting heroin.
Officials are now looking into the drug’s origins as well as her operatives in the city.
They said that additional investigation is being carried out.