Gold Confiscation Set Aside as Customs Failed to Prove Foreign Origin of Seized Gold

Commissioner of Customs (Preventive) Vs Abhishek Mundhra (CESTAT Kolkata) The Revenue challenged an Order-in-Appeal that had set aside the confiscation of 15 kg of gold bangles/strips and 1,754.29 grams of silver granules, as well as penalties imposed on various noticees. The case originated from a DRI operation based on intelligence alleging that gold smuggled from Bangladesh was being transported to Chennai in the guise of “gold jewellery” through a courier service. During interception, DRI officers found 271 gold strips/bangles weighing 15 kg. Statements were recorded from various perso...