NEW DELHI: Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport have filed a case against a US passport holder following the recovery of a large haul of undeclared foreign-origin goods and currencies.
The passenger arrived from Hong Kong on Flight No CX-695 and was intercepted as part of routine spot profiling carried out by Customs officers.
Officials said that the passenger’s baggage underwent X-ray screening, followed by a detailed physical examination in line with prescribed legal procedures. The operation led to the seizure of substantial undeclared items, which included 1.2 kg of gold and diamond jewellery, 10 kg of silver utensils, and luxury watches from renowned brands such as Rolex, Bvlgari, Chopard, and Cartier. In addition, significant amounts of foreign currency were recovered, including $9, 084, 605 Euros, and HK$2, 540.