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Gold worth ₹1 crore seized from infant's diaper at airport
Customs officials recovered precious metal valued at one crore rupees that was concealed in an eight-month-old child's diaper during a routine screening. The seizure highlights ongoing attempts to smuggle undeclared valuables through airport checkpoints.
LSN India ·
Airport customs authorities have confiscated gold worth ₹1 crore that was hidden in the diaper of an eight-month-old child during baggage and passenger screening. The discovery was made during routine inspections at the terminal, where officials detected the contraband concealed within the infant's personal items.
The seizure marks another instance of smugglers attempting to evade customs regulations by exploiting unconventional concealment methods. Officials noted that passengers are required to declare all precious metals and gems exceeding stipulated limits under customs procedures.
The infant was traveling with accompanying passengers at the time of the discovery. Customs officials have initiated further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attempted smuggling, including determining who was responsible for concealing the gold and the intended destination of the consignment.
The recovered gold has been secured and documented as per standard customs procedures. Authorities have reminded the public of regulations governing the transportation of precious metals and the penalties associated with customs violations, including potential legal action and confiscation of undeclared valuables.