Patna: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 1.712 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at Rs 2.707 crore in Bihar and arrested one person in connection with its alleged illegal transportation.
The seizure was made on September 20, 2026, as part of the agency’s ongoing action against gold smuggling and cross-border smuggling networks in the state.
Gold Allegedly Smuggled From Bangladesh
According to the DRI, the seized gold had been smuggled into India from Bangladesh. One person allegedly involved in transporting the consignment was arrested under the relevant provisions of the Customs Act, 1962.
The agency said the operation was based on intelligence inputs and was part of its continuing efforts to curb organised gold smuggling.
4.356 Kg Gold Seized In Bihar This Financial Year
The DRI said it has seized a total of 4.356 kg of gold valued at Rs 6.86 crore in Bihar during the current financial year, 2026-27.
The latest seizure, according to the agency, forms part of its wider crackdown on cross-border gold smuggling networks.
The DRI said its intelligence-led operations are aimed at disrupting organised smuggling networks and safeguarding the country’s economic frontiers.
