₹1.02 Crore Gold Seized: BSF Busts Smuggling Attempt at India-Bangladesh Border
In a major breakthrough against cross-border gold smuggling in India, the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered gold biscuits worth ₹1.02 crore from the Indo-Bangladesh border in Malda district, West Bengal. The recovery has strengthened India’s fight against illegal smuggling networks operating along the border.
According to reports, the gold was cleverly hidden inside a bicycle tyre, which was being used to transport the contraband from Bangladesh to India. The smuggling ring expected that a bicycle would not raise suspicion during border checking – but BSF soldiers proved their intelligence once again.
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How the Operation Started
The incident occurred at the M.S. Pur Border Outpost, where Troops of 119 Battalion BSF received specific intelligence input that smugglers were going to transport gold by road using the border village route.
Following the information, BSF strengthened surveillance across the border fencing and high-alert patrolling was started.
🕑 Around 2:56 PM, a man with a bicycle was seen moving towards the border.
His movement seemed suspicious, so BSF jawans stopped him for checking. Initially, nothing dangerous was found. But during a deeper inspection, the front tyre appeared swollen and harder than usual, raising doubt.
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Hidden Gold Inside Bicycle Tyre — A Smuggling Innovation
On opening the bicycle wheel, the BSF found seven gold biscuits skillfully packed inside the tyre, covered with black tape to avoid detection by scanning or normal touch inspection.
📌 Total seized weight: 816.41 grams
📌 Estimated market value: ₹1,02,40,230
Gold smugglers used this trick to avoid metal detectors and manual frisking, believing that bicycle tyres would be skipped during checking.
Smuggler Escaped in Confusion
As BSF jawans continued inspecting the bicycle, the smuggler suddenly escaped towards a congested residential area.
Taking sudden action could have risked collateral damage to civilians, so troops prioritised public safety.
Later, a full-scale search operation was conducted across nearby locations, but the accused has not yet been arrested.
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Gold Officially Handed for Legal Action
After the recovery, the gold biscuits were sealed and taken to the border outpost, weighed in front of authorities and later handed over to the concerned legal agency for further investigation.
The case is now under processing and law enforcement agencies are working to identify the smuggling network.
BSF Appreciates Troops, Warns Smugglers
A senior BSF official applauded the successful seizure and praised the alertness of BSF jawans.
🗨 “Our BSF soldiers remain vigilant day and night and are fully capable of preventing all illegal activities along the border, including smuggling,” the official said.
He added that the BSF is committed to protecting India’s borders and ensuring that no criminal activity goes unchecked.
📢 Public Awareness Appeal (Helpline Numbers Included)
BSF also urged people living near the border to support the campaign against gold smuggling and other illegal activities.
Residents can share sensitive information securely through:
📞 BSF Seema Sathi Helpline: 14419
📱 WhatsApp message or voice message: 9903472227
🔒 The identity of informants will remain 100% confidential
💰 Rewards will be given for credible information
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📌 Why Malda—India Bangladesh Border Is a Smuggling Hotspot
Malda district has historically been a smuggling corridor, especially for:
| Item Smuggled | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Bangladesh | India |
| Cattle | India | Bangladesh |
| Fake currency | Bangladesh | India |
Smugglers take advantage of:
- Dense population and border villages
- River‐based routes
- Night-time trade routes
- Weak local economic conditions
BSF continues increasing night surveillance, drone patrolling and intelligence network expansion to counter criminal movements.
Impact of Gold Smuggling on Indian Economy
Illegal gold entry in India increases:
- Tax evasion
- Black money transactions
- Inflation in gold market
- Funding of underground criminal networks
Therefore, this ₹1.02 crore seizure is more than just a police success — it is a strike against black money and underground trade.
VigilantBSF Swift action by troops of South Bengal Frontier foiled attempt of smuggling and recovered 7 Gold Biscuits (Wt-816.41 grams) worth ₹1.02 Cr, which was being smuggled from Bangladesh to India on Bicycle.#BSFseizedGold #SmugglingFoiled pic.twitter.com/u2O4H9tlb4
— BSF_SOUTH BENGAL: KOLKATA (@BSF_SOUTHBENGAL) November 27, 2025
Public across India has praised BSF for their quick action, bravery and sacrifice. Many social media users highlighted that frontline security forces silently protect the nation 24×7, risking their lives every day.
The seizure of ₹1.02 crore gold hidden inside a bicycle tyre once again proves that:
✔ Smuggling techniques are becoming more advanced
✔ But BSF intelligence, dedication and bravery is far ahead
Cross-border criminals keep experimenting with new methods, but the BSF continues to successfully prevent illegal activities and uphold national security.
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