In a development that has drawn international attention, authorities have identified a key figure behind New Zealand’s largest-ever drug seizure as the nephew of one of the assassins of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
According to investigative agencies, the accused, who has roots in Punjab, is believed to be a central player in a vast international drug trafficking network. The record-breaking seizure in New Zealand exposed a highly sophisticated operation with links spanning multiple countries.
Officials revealed that the syndicate was involved in large-scale smuggling of narcotics, with operations coordinated across borders. The scale of the haul has made it one of the most significant drug busts in the country’s history.
Indian agencies are now working in coordination with their international counterparts to trace the wider network and identify other individuals involved. Sources indicate that more arrests are likely as the investigation progresses.
The case has sparked widespread interest due to both the magnitude of the drug seizure and the controversial family background of the accused. Authorities have emphasized that efforts are ongoing to dismantle the entire trafficking chain and bring all those responsible to justice.