Trichy (Tamil Nadu) [India], February 10 (ANI): A total of 494 gram of 24 karat gold worth Rs 42,81,498 lakh was seized by customs officials from a passenger at Trichy Airport.

The accused passenger arrived from Kuala Lumpur on Air Asia flight AK-025 on Sunday and was caught during inspection, officials said.

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According to an AIU officer, "In Trichy airport, one male passenger arriving from Kuala Lumpur by Air Asia flight No. AK-025 on Sunday and seized one gold piece of 24 karat purity weighing 494 grams valued at Rs 42,81,498".

"The gold was extracted from paste-like materials concealed in his clothing" the official added.

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The gold was concealed in in the brief and belt area of the jeans worn by the passenger, the official said.

Further investigation is underway in the case. (ANI)

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