Incriminating Facts Disclosed in DRI’s Arrest Memo of Ranya Rao in Gold Smuggling Case

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has made the incriminating facts about Kannada actress Ranya Rao involved in the case of gold smuggling public. India Today has seen the arrest memo, which features the incriminating evidence against Rao, which includes her inability to present a proof of purchase and declaration of the gold in her possession.

Gold Stuck to Her Body

As per the memo of DRI, while searching Rao personally at the airport, authorities found gold bars stuck on Ranya Rao’s waist and calves. Contrary to her initial statement that she had nothing to declare while going through the green channel, the metal detector gave a signal, which prompted further scrutiny. This inconsistency aroused suspicion and resulted in her arrest.

Ranya Rao’s Voluntary Statements

Ranya Rao’s voluntary statements were also added to the arrest memo. She was said to have not presented proper documentation or proof of purchase of the gold that she was smuggling. The actor’s statements, according to the memo, were taken at the DRI office on March 4, one day after she was arrested.

Gold Smuggling Route: From Geneva to India

The arrest memo also uncovers a surprising angle in the case. Ranya Rao had already declared gold for Geneva but subsequently diverted it to India, according to the DRI. It appears that she was part of an organized operation to smuggle the precious metal across borders in violation of customs rules.

The Arrest and Investigation

Ranya Rao was arrested after the metal detector picked her up during normal checks at the airport. Even though she had stated that she had nothing to declare, the detection of the hidden gold bars resulted in her arrest by the DRI immediately. After her arrest, the gold was confiscated and the authorities started investigating the wider network that was engaged in smuggling activities.

Legal and Customs Implications

This case highlights the increasing problem of gold smuggling and how smugglers evade airport security and customs rules. Ranya Rao is now legally charged with the illegal importation of gold, which is a serious offense under Indian law, following her arrest.

As the investigation continues, the DRI will probably probe further into how deep the smuggling operation is and if there are other people or networks that are involved. The voluntary statements made by the actor, as well as the physical evidence confiscated, will be key in deciding the fate of this case.

Conclusion

The Ranya Rao case is a grim reminder of the continuous fight against gold smuggling in India, where the customs department and agencies such as the DRI are working day and night to stop such illicit operations. As more investigations continue, more information regarding the smuggling operation and its players is likely to come out in the days to come.