Over 490 individuals implicated in Hawala and Hundi operations reportedly detained, roughly 1.49 billion rupees allegedly seized this year.
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has intensified its efforts against illegal activities, conducting 494 arrests and 384 raids this year in connection with illegal currency exchange, Hawala, Hundi, and human smuggling networks.
In a countrywide operation that began on September 7, the FIA, in cooperation with local police and customs departments, targeted these illicit networks. As a result, a total of Rs1.49 billion in cash was recovered from the suspects, with Rs1.13 billion in Indian Rupees and more than 466,000 US dollars in foreign currencies.
Additionally, other foreign currencies worth over Rs203 million were also seized. The FIA has registered 396 cases against these illegal operators during the ongoing year.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) was also involved in these operations, contributing to the arrest of these suspects. The noose is being tightened around foreign agents involved in illegal currency trade, and the noose will continue to tighten as the FIA utilizes all available resources to arrest those involved in criminal activities.
The FIA's operations are being carried out under a zero tolerance policy against criminals, and the suspects will be brought to justice in light of concrete evidence against them. The FIA has also made multiple arrests in the ongoing operations.
It is important to note that, during the operations mentioned in this article, no new cases or raids were registered or conducted, and no shops were sealed. The FIA's crackdown also included human smuggling networks, and the operations were aimed at dismantling these networks and bringing those responsible to justice.
The FIA's efforts against illegal currency exchange and human smuggling networks are a significant step towards maintaining the integrity and security of the country. The agency's relentless pursuit of those involved in these illegal activities demonstrates its commitment to upholding the law and protecting the citizens of the country.
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