A former Mrs Kerala beauty pageant contestant has been arrested by customs officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in connection with an alleged drug smuggling case involving hydroponic cannabis valued at approximately ₹11.82 crore.
According to customs officers, the 29-year-old woman, identified as Harsha Sunny, arrived in Mumbai from Bangkok when officials intercepted her during routine checks. A detailed examination of her baggage reportedly led to the recovery of 11.824 kilograms of hydroponic weed, a high-grade form of cannabis that commands a premium price in illegal markets.
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Arrest and Investigation
Reportedly, the drugs seized have been found in her travelling bag and are believed to be worth ₹11.82 crore in the market, investigators said. After the recovery, the customs officials arrested Sunny under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and further investigated the alleged trafficking network involved in the operation.
The case has again raised the issue of the growing trend of drug trafficking through international air routes into India. The customs authorities said they are trying to track down all those involved in the alleged smuggling ring.
Who is Harsha Sunny?
The previous time Harsha Sunny had made headlines was when she was a runner-up in a beauty pageant in Kerala. She also reportedly worked in the banking industry before her arrest. Her travel history, financial transactions and potential connections to foreign drug cartels are now being investigated.
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FAQs
Who is Harsha Sunny?
Harsha Sunny is a 29-year-old woman from Kerala who was reportedly a runner-up in a beauty pageant and worked in the banking sector.
What was seized at Mumbai Airport?
Customs officials allegedly recovered 11.824 kilograms of hydroponic weed from her luggage.
