According to Customs officials, the seized consignment has an estimated street value exceeding Rs. 352 million, making it one of the significant narcotics detections reported at the country's main international gateway.
The suspect was apprehended during a special inspection conducted by Customs officers, who uncovered the illicit drugs while screening passengers arriving at the airport.
Authorities have taken the suspect into custody for further questioning, while investigations are underway to determine the source of the narcotics and identify any links to international drug trafficking networks.
The seized Hashish has been handed over to the relevant authorities for further legal proceedings and forensic examination.
Sri Lanka Customs stated that efforts to curb the smuggling of narcotics through the country's ports of entry will continue to be strengthened in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies.
