HT Correspondent
DHUBRI, Oct 6: The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a cumin smuggling attempt along the Brahmaputra riverine border in Dhubri, seizing 22 sacks weighing 660 kilograms of cumin (zeera) valued at over Rs 1.5 lakh. The consignment was destined for illegal transit into Bangladesh.
The operation was conducted by the BSF’s 150 Battalion, which recovered 10 sacks from Mantrir Char and 12 sacks from Chowki Char. The seized goods were handed over to the Office of the Assistant Commissioner of GST, Dhubri.
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The smugglers had disguised the cumin sacks by tying them to banana tree trunks and floated them along the river’s current towards Bangladesh. The consignment was detected by BSF’s advanced surveillance cameras during night patrols.
In India, the wholesale price for cumin typically ranges between rupees 200 to 250 per kilogram, while the retail price is between rupees 300 and 400 per kilogram. Conversely, in Bangladesh, sources reveal that the retail price for 1 kg of cumin can fetch between rupees 950 and 1,150, a dramatic increase attributed to import challenges and high demand.
The BSF’s timely action has prevented illegal transit and curbed cross-border economic offenses. Investigations into those involved are ongoing.
