Goa, June 22 -- In a significant move against illegal narcotics, Calangute police have arrested a 33-year-old man from Candolim during a carefully coordinated raid in North Goa. Acting on a credible tip-off, the operation led to the seizure of 550 grams of suspected ganja (cannabis), valued at approximately Rs.55,000 on the street.

The suspect, identified in some reports as Vinay K., was apprehended at a secluded spot in Calangute. A thorough search by the police uncovered the contraband, which had been hidden inside a polythene bag-packaged in a manner suggesting it was meant for distribution. The accused was taken into custody on the spot, and a formal investigation is now underway.

Police officials stated that the operation was the r...