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Crime
Police seize banned tobacco worth Rs 49.24 lakh from tempo in Palghar, driver detained
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🗓 22 Oct 2026, 03:19 AM
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Maharashtra police confiscated banned tobacco products worth Rs 49.24 lakh from a tempo in Palghar and arrested the driver.
Police in Palghar, Maharashtra, conducted a raid on a three-wheeler vehicle after receiving a tip about illegal tobacco trade. Officers recovered tobacco products that are prohibited under the country's anti-smuggling regulations, with an estimated market value of Rs 49.24 lakh.
The seized items were taken to the district police station for forensic examination and further legal processing. The driver of the tempo was taken into custody on charges of possession and trafficking of banned tobacco.
Authorities said the seizure underscores ongoing efforts to curb the illicit tobacco market, which fuels revenue loss for the government and poses health risks. The case will be forwarded to the district court for trial, and the driver may face stringent penalties under the relevant statutes.
The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activities related to contraband tobacco, emphasizing that such cooperation helps strengthen enforcement actions across the state.
The seized items were taken to the district police station for forensic examination and further legal processing. The driver of the tempo was taken into custody on charges of possession and trafficking of banned tobacco.
Authorities said the seizure underscores ongoing efforts to curb the illicit tobacco market, which fuels revenue loss for the government and poses health risks. The case will be forwarded to the district court for trial, and the driver may face stringent penalties under the relevant statutes.
The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activities related to contraband tobacco, emphasizing that such cooperation helps strengthen enforcement actions across the state.