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DRI Uncovers 3 Crore Rupees Hidden in Secret Car Door Compartments in Hapur
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News18•19-10-2026, 09:10
DRI Uncovers 3 Crore Rupees Hidden in Secret Car Door Compartments in Hapur
- •A Directorate of Revenue Intelligence team intercepted a car near the Chhajarsi toll plaza in Pilkhua, Uttar Pradesh.
- •Secret compartments built inside the car doors were discovered, which were stuffed with bundles of cash.
- •A total of approximately 3 crore rupees in cash was recovered from the vehicle, including 2.65 crore rupees hidden in the doors.
- •The driver failed to produce valid documents for the massive sum of cash, leading to the seizure of the money.
- •The Income Tax Department has been informed and is currently investigating the source and intended use of the funds.
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence recovered approximately 3 crore rupees in total cash from the intercepted vehicle.
While 35 lakh rupees were found in a bag, officers discovered that approximately 2 crore 65 lakh rupees were hidden inside secret compartments built directly into the car doors.
The DRI seized the entire cash amount and notified the Income Tax Department, which will investigate the source of the money and handle further legal steps.
