The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested a passenger at Jaipur International Airport and seized approximately 2.08 kilograms of smuggled gold valued at nearly Rs 3.23 crore in the international market.
Details of the Seizure
According to officials, the accused, a resident of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, arrived in Jaipur from Sharjah on Wednesday. During a routine check, officials discovered more than 10 tubes concealed among clothes and other personal belongings in his luggage.
“When the tubes were squeezed and examined, gold in paste form was recovered from inside them. The passenger was immediately detained and further interrogation was conducted,” said a senior DRI officer on condition of anonymity.
Legal Action and Investigation
The officer added, “The accused is a resident of Bikaner district in Rajasthan. A case under relevant provisions of the Customs Act has been registered against him.” The accused was produced before a Jaipur court on Thursday, following which he was sent to judicial custody.
Officials stated that the agency has launched a detailed investigation to trace the interstate and international smuggling network linked to this case. The DRI is trying to ascertain for whom the accused was allegedly working and where the consignment was meant to be delivered.
Background
Gold smuggling remains a significant challenge for Indian authorities, with seizures frequently occurring at airports and borders. The DRI continues to monitor and intercept illegal gold imports to prevent revenue loss and curb illegal trade activities.
