In a significant crackdown on gold smuggling, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) announced the seizure of 2,317 grams of gold worth ₹3.47 crore at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on October 21. This operation underscores the agency's commitment to tackling illegal gold trafficking.
The DRI's operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals who are believed to be part of a larger smuggling syndicate.
- Gold smuggling operations — The DRI has ramped up efforts to combat illegal gold smuggling, which poses significant economic risks.
This seizure is part of a broader strategy by the DRI to deter gold smuggling activities.
The DRI's decisive actions serve as a warning to those involved in smuggling activities, emphasizing the agency's resolve to maintain integrity and security at the airport.
