Drugs worth lakhs, luxury cars seized from rave party in Hyderabad, 11 arrested

A late-night rave party at a posh service apartment in Kondapur was busted by Hyderabad police, resulting in the arrest of nine individuals and the seizure of banned narcotics and luxury vehicles. The raid was conducted following credible intelligence inputs, raising concerns about the growing trend of drug-fuelled private parties in the city.

According to officials, the raid yielded a significant cache of drugs, including 2 kilograms of marijuana, 50 grams of OG Kush (a high-grade cannabis strain), 11.57 grams of psychedelic mushrooms, and 1.91 grams of charas. In addition, six luxury cars parked at the premises were also seized by law enforcement.

A total of 11 individuals have been booked in connection with the case, of which 9 were arrested on the spot. The remaining two are apprehended later.

Organisers Used Fake IDs ORGANISERS USED FAKE IDs

The rave was allegedly organised by Vasu and Shivam Rayudu, both residents of Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Police say the duo used forged identity documents to rent the apartment in an effort to avoid detection.

The arrested individuals were handed over to the Sherilingampally Excise Police, who have now taken over the investigation. Digital devices and financial transaction records have been seized for forensic analysis, as authorities explore potential links to a larger drug supply network.

BROADER INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY

“We suspect this party is not an isolated incident but part of a larger organised racket involving narcotics and illegal gatherings,” said a senior official from the Excise Department. “More arrests are expected as we delve deeper into digital trails and money movement associated with the event.”

This incident comes amid rising concerns over the resurgence of recreational drug abuse among youth in urban pockets of Telangana. Police and Excise officials have reiterated that strict action will be taken against organisers, suppliers, and users involved in such illegal activities.

PUBLIC ADVISORY

The authorities have urged property owners and service apartment operators to thoroughly verify the identity of tenants and notify them of suspicious activity. They have also appealed to parents and educational institutions to raise awareness among young people about the legal and health consequences of drug abuse.

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