IT department officials seize gold worth ₹3 crore in Puducherry
Income Tax officials in Puducherry seized 2,500 grams of gold worth approximately ₹3 crore. The gold was allegedly intended for distribution to voters ahead of the upcoming bypoll in Thattanchavady.
Why it matters
The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal financial influence and bribery in local electoral processes.
The Income Tax Department has seized 2,500 grams of gold worth around ₹3 crore allegedly meant for distribution to voters in Thattanchavady where bypoll has been scheduled for October 6. The Election Department has been informed about the seizure by the IT officials. More details are awaited on the seizure, Chief Electoral Officer ASPS Ravi Prakash has said.
Published - October 01, 2026 09:22 pm IST
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