Navy takes hold of smuggled ginger and cardamom stock in Kalpitiya Lagoon

During a search operation in the Rodapadu Lagoon, Kalpitiya on 17 May 25, the Navy seized a dinghy loaded with approximately 320kg of dried ginger and 150kg of cardamom, suspected to be smuggled goods.

Demonstrating unwavering vigilance, the Navy continues to carry out regular naval operations across sea and land, reinforcing maritime security to prevent the influx of illicit maritime trade which affects the socio-economic stability and the security of the country.

In continuation of these efforts, the operation was carried out by SLNS Vijaya in the Northwestern Naval Area. During the search operation, naval personnel inspected a suspicious dinghy in the lagoon and recovered the stock of about 320kg of dried ginger and 150kg of cardamom, in 12 sacks.

The dinghy and seized items handed over to the Customs Preventive Office in Katunayake for onward legal action.