Karachi: Pakistan Customs officials at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, foiled an attempt to smuggle approximately 580 grams of hashish out of the country and arrested two passengers traveling to Dubai.

According to Press Information Department, on September 17, 2026, at approximately 2200 hours, a Customs Machine Operator at the International Departures area detected suspicious baggage during routine screening. The baggage belonged to a husband and wife duo traveling to Dubai on FlyDubai flight FZ-330.

A detailed examination of the suspicious baggage led to the discovery of two wooden jewelry boxes with specially designed concealments. Customs officials recovered approximately 290 grams of hashish from each box, totaling 580 grams. The estimated value of the seized narcotics is approximately Rs. 2 million.

The contraband was seized in accordance with legal provisions, and a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered under the Control of Narcotic Substances (CNS) Act. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the smuggling attempt and identify any additional individuals involved.

Pakistan Customs continues to enhance its enforcement measures through risk-based profiling, advanced baggage screening, and targeted examination mechanisms. The department remains committed to preventing narcotics smuggling and safeguarding Pakistan’s economic and national interests.