While responding to media queries on the matter the FO Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said:

"We have noted with serious concern the reports about the seizure of more than 7 Kg natural uranium from unauthorized persons in India." Security of nuclear materials should be the top priority for all countries, he added.

The spokesperson emphasized there is a need for a thorough investigation of how such a sizeable quantity of uranium could become available outside any state control and identify the gaps which made this possible.

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in India on Tuesday arrested two men with 7-kg of natural uranium worth Rs 21 crore in Mumbai. Uranium is a rare element and is highly radioactive. It is used for making nuclear explosives and medical equipment.

A case was registered against the arrestees under provisions of the Atomic Energy Act-1962 while police is investigating the matter.