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Crime
Customs Seizes ₹13.44 Lakh Hashish Hidden in Shoe at Pune Airport
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 10:42 AM
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Customs officials at Pune airport arrested a passenger arriving from Bangkok after discovering hashish worth ₹13.44 lakh hidden inside his shoe.
Customs authorities at Pune International Airport have successfully intercepted a drug smuggling attempt involving a passenger arriving on a flight from Bangkok, Thailand. The individual was detained during routine security checks upon arrival.
During the inspection, officials discovered a consignment of hashish concealed within the sole of the passenger's shoe. The seized narcotics were valued at approximately ₹13.44 lakh, marking a significant recovery for the department.
The suspect has been formally arrested and handed over to the local police for further investigation. Authorities are currently examining the case to determine if the individual is part of a larger smuggling network operating across international borders.
This incident highlights the vigilance of customs officers at Pune airport in combating cross-border drug trafficking. The seized material has been secured for forensic analysis and legal proceedings.
During the inspection, officials discovered a consignment of hashish concealed within the sole of the passenger's shoe. The seized narcotics were valued at approximately ₹13.44 lakh, marking a significant recovery for the department.
The suspect has been formally arrested and handed over to the local police for further investigation. Authorities are currently examining the case to determine if the individual is part of a larger smuggling network operating across international borders.
This incident highlights the vigilance of customs officers at Pune airport in combating cross-border drug trafficking. The seized material has been secured for forensic analysis and legal proceedings.