Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Operation Chakravyuh was launched by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on May 30, 2026, to combat organised drug trafficking networks in Kerala. The operation involved coordinated actions across Kochi, Malappuram, and Thiruvananthapuram, leading to the seizure of 24 kg of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, including Methaqualone, Methamphetamine, and Hashish oil. Authorities apprehended five individuals under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. The operation highlighted various smuggling methods such as airport passenger baggage, courier consignments, and export cargo, demonstrating the government's continued efforts to strengthen anti-drug enforcement and curb illicit trafficking activities.