Border crackdown seizes contraband worth over Rs 12.4 million in Sarlahi
Summary
The Armed Police Force in Sarlahi seized contraband worth over Rs 12.4 million including timber, garments, and a vehicle during two separate operations targeting cross-border smuggling.
Key Points
- The Armed Police Force seized illegally traded goods worth more than Rs 12.4 million in Sarlahi during two operations.
- A pickup truck carrying timber and other goods illegally to India was intercepted and seized at Malangawa customs checkpoint.
- The driver, Dor Bahadur Upreti, and Mukesh Sharma from India were detained for further investigation.
- Illegally imported garments worth Rs 9.72 million were recovered from a clothing store following a tip-off and handed to customs for legal action.
