Ahmedabad Drug Network Uses Courier Services to Deliver Cough Syrup

Police Uncover New Method of Transporting Cough Syrup Through Local Delivery Services

Drug traffickers in Ahmedabad appear to be using local courier and delivery services to transport cough syrup suspected of being diverted for illegal use. The development came to light during an investigation by Narol Police into an NDPS case, highlighting how delivery platforms can allegedly be misused to move controlled substances without direct contact between suppliers and buyers.

According to the investigation, police recently arrested two people and seized 1,798 bottles of CADIFOS-T cough syrup along with a four-wheeler. During questioning, investigators reportedly found that the large consignment had been arranged through the Porter delivery platform. Police are now keeping a closer watch on courier and local transport services following the discovery.

Courier Riders May Not Know What Is Inside Parcels

Investigators suspect that traffickers are taking advantage of the fact that delivery riders and drivers generally do not know the contents of sealed parcels. The quick movement of packages across the city can make it difficult to identify whether a consignment contains legal or illegal material.

Police also suspect that some consignments may be booked using false names or addresses, making it more difficult to trace the people allegedly coordinating the network. The investigation has therefore raised concerns about the possible misuse of legitimate delivery infrastructure for illegal activities.

The latest case comes amid increased action against the illegal circulation of codeine-based and other cough syrups in Ahmedabad. In a separate case earlier this month, the Gujarat FDCA cancelled the drug licences of an Ahmedabad wholesaler after an investigation into the alleged supply of codeine-based cough syrup to an unlicensed vendor outside Gujarat.

Police are now examining the role of courier and transport networks in such cases and are reportedly increasing surveillance to prevent these services from being misused for the movement of drugs.