Chennai, 6 May (H.S.) : In a significant seizure, customs officials at Chennai International Airport recovered 10 drones from an abandoned baggage on May 5, 2023. The drones, valued at approximately ₹10 lakh, were found in a suitcase that had been left unclaimed at the airport.

According to sources, the customs officials were conducting routine checks on abandoned baggage when they stumbled upon the suitcase containing the drones. The officials immediately initiated an investigation to determine the owner of the baggage and the intended use of the drones.

The recovery of the drones has raised concerns about the potential misuse of these devices for illegal activities such as smuggling or surveillance. The customs officials are working closely with other agencies to identify the owner of the baggage and ascertain the purpose for which the drones were being transported.

This seizure is a significant success for the customs officials in Chennai, who have been working tirelessly to prevent illegal activities at the airport. The incident highlights the importance of vigilance and strict security measures at airports to prevent the misuse of technology.

The customs officials have urged passengers to be cautious when carrying drones or other electronic devices and to declare them properly to avoid any legal consequences. The incident is currently under investigation, and further details are awaited.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary