July 30, 2019 12:43 PM

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Indian boat intercepted in Lankan Water with 2379 kg of Beedi leaves, 6 arrested

Sri Lanka Navy has arrested six Indian nationals along with their boat carrying 2379kg of Beedi leaves on Monday.<br />'' <br />'' In a statement today, Sri Lankan Navy said they spotted a suspicious boat entering Sri Lankan waters which was intercepted and the six were taken into custody.<br />'' <br />'' During a further search, 74 packages containing Beedi leaves were found by the Navy. The arrested persons and the fishing boat have been handed over to the Police for further investigations.<br />'' <br />'' The navy said it has introduced strong measures to prevent drug traffickers from entering the Sri Lankan waters in the guise of fishermen. <br />''  <br />

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