The operation resulted in the confiscation of 48.2 kg of gold paste with an estimated value of ₹25 crore. On July 7, the suspects were intercepted upon their arrival at Surat International Airport. The Modus OperandiThe gold paste, weighing 43.5 kg, was cleverly concealed in 20 white packets and hidden within five black belts found in the suspects’ luggage. It was evident that the smugglers had received inside assistance from officials stationed at Surat International Airport. Value of the Seized GoldFollowing the extraction process, the total weight of the gold paste recovered from the suspects amounted to 48.20 kg.

Source: The Hindu July 10, 2023 07:17 UTC