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24 women carriers arrested under ‘Operation Dhahabu Blitz’ at Mumbai airport
Mumbai: In a significant crackdown on organised gold smuggling, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled an international syndicate under a special operation codenamed Dhahabu Blitz, seizing nearly 30 kg of gold worth approximately ₹38 crore.
DRI Mumbai busts gold smuggling syndicate in Op Dhahabu Blitz; approx. 30 kg gold worth ₹38 crore seized, 24 women carriers arrested.
Acting on specific intelligence inputs, DRI officials intercepted a group of female carriers arriving from Nairobi at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The operation, executed with precision and coordination, led to the arrest of 24 foreign nationals allegedly involved in the smuggling network.
According to official sources, a total of 29.37 kg of gold was recovered during the operation. This included 25.10 kg of gold bars and an additional 4.27 kg in the form of jewellery. The seized consignment has been valued at ₹37.74 crore, marking one of the largest gold seizures in recent months.
Investigations have revealed that the syndicate operated through a well-structured network, deploying trained carriers to transport gold across borders while attempting to evade customs detection. The use of multiple carriers arriving on the same route suggests a coordinated strategy aimed at reducing risk and maximizing throughput.
The operation underscores the growing sophistication of gold smuggling networks, particularly those leveraging international routes such as Nairobi–Mumbai. Officials indicated that further investigations are underway to identify key masterminds and financial links behind the syndicate.
The DRI reiterated its commitment to cracking down on smuggling operations that pose a threat to India’s economic stability and fiscal integrity. Gold smuggling not only results in significant revenue losses but also distorts market dynamics and fuels illegal financial activities.
Authorities are expected to widen the probe, with possible links to other international smuggling rings currently under scrutiny.
