Shiv Kumar Prasad : Customs Seizes Aerodrome Entry Permit ID from Tharoor’s Aide – Yes Punjab

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The Customs Department in New Delhi has filed an FIR against a passenger and his accomplice for smuggling gold worth over Rs 35.22 lakh. The passenger, who arrived from Bangkok, had an Aerodrome Entry permit ID as a part of a Member of Parliament’s protocol team. The aide of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, identified as Shiv Kumar Prasad, was caught with the gold chain. Customs officials are investigating the circumstances of his Aerodrome Entry Permit. Tharoor, while campaigning in Dharamshala, expressed shock over the incident involving his former staff member and fully supports the authorities in their investigation. Gold worth Rs 35.22 lakhs has been seized under the Customs Act.

Customs Department Files FIR for Gold Smuggling at IGI Airport

A recent incident of gold smuggling has put the spotlight on the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi. The Customs Department has filed an FIR against a passenger and his accomplice for attempting to smuggle in gold worth over Rs 35.22 lakh.

Detention of Congress Leader’s Aide

The incident involved the detention of Congress leader Shashi Tharoor’s aide, Shiv Kumar Prasad, who was working as a Personal Assistant (PA). Prasad, along with another passenger, arrived from Bangkok on a flight and were intercepted by Customs officials at the airport.

Acquisition of Aerodrome Entry Permit Under Scrutiny

Varun Koundinya, Joint Commissioner of Customs at IGI Airport, mentioned that the circumstances of acquiring an Aerodrome Entry permit as part of the protocol team for a Member of Parliament are being investigated. The involvement of another individual who was aiding in the smuggling operation was also uncovered during the investigation.

Recovery of Smuggled Gold

During the interception, a heavy gold chain weighing 500 grams was recovered from the accomplice who had come to receive the passenger. The total value of the seized gold was estimated to be Rs 35.22 lakh, which has been confiscated under the Customs Act, 1962. The Customs Department is currently conducting further investigations into the matter.

Shashi Tharoor’s Response

In response to the incident, Shashi Tharoor addressed the situation while campaigning in Dharamshala. He expressed shock and disapproval of the alleged wrongdoing by his former staff member. Tharoor emphasized his full support for the authorities in taking necessary actions to investigate the matter and stressed that the law should be allowed to take its course.

Overall, the incident at IGI Airport has raised concerns about the security protocols in place and the need for stricter measures to prevent smuggling activities. The Customs Department’s swift action in filing an FIR and conducting thorough investigations showcases their commitment to upholding the law and ensuring the safety of passengers at the airport.