In a major breakthrough, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has detained film producer Jaffer Sadiq on charges of smuggling drugs worth over ₹2,000 crore out of the country. Sadiq, a former DMK official with experience in the South Korean film industry, was apprehended after a four-month-long manhunt, marking a significant development in the fight against international drug trafficking.
The NCB has labeled Sadiq as the “kingpin” of a drug trafficking network operating between Australia, New Zealand, and India. According to authorities, he is accused of smuggling drugs worth ₹2,000 crore into Australia and New Zealand, making him a key player in the illicit drug trade.
A senior official revealed that Sadiq had allegedly shipped 3,500 kg of pseudoephedrine overseas on more than 45 occasions. This arrest follows a meticulous investigation into his activities, uncovering the extent of his involvement in the illegal drug trade.
Despite his alleged criminal activities, Sadiq, who has already directed four motion pictures, is set to release his latest film later this month. The arrest sheds light on the darker side of the entertainment industry, revealing the alleged criminal activities of an individual with a background in both politics and filmmaking.
The arrest of Sadiq comes on the heels of another significant drug seizure, where authorities intercepted ₹180 crore worth of methamphetamine from two Madurai train passengers and a Chennai dump yard. The seized drugs were reportedly intended for smuggling into Sri Lanka, further highlighting the magnitude of the drug trafficking problem in the region.
Methamphetamine, commonly known as “ice” or “crystal meth,” is a highly addictive psychostimulant drug with severe health consequences. The recent drug bust and subsequent arrest underscore the urgent need for comprehensive efforts to combat drug trafficking and addiction.
In the wake of the drug seizure, the state chief of the BJP criticized the ruling DMK, asserting that Tamil Nadu has become India’s drug capital. The incident has prompted concerns about the prevalence of drug-related activities and the need for stringent measures to curb the illegal drug trade.
