Over a span of five days, from May 17 to May 22, Mumbai customs successfully intercepted and seized over 11.40 kg of gold and electronics valued at Rs 7.46 crore in 24 cases. The gold items were found concealed in clothing, sanitary pads, trolleys, undergarments and even on the bodies of passengers. The incessant action by the Airport Commissionerate of Mumbai Customs Zone-III has resulted in the arrest of 21 persons. The officials believe that the high import duty and the surge in the domestic bullion market is the reason behind the rise in smuggling in a city like Mumbai.

Gold valuables concealed in a jeans pocket