Cops seize Rs 25L in cash at Kolkata's New Town poll naka

During a pre-dawn naka check in New Town, police seized Rs 25 lakh in unaccounted cash from an app cab passenger. The man, identified as Thakor Suraji Abhesang, failed to provide valid documentation for the substantial sum. Under election guidelines, carrying over Rs 50,000 requires proof of source and purpose, prompting the seizure and detention for questioning.

Cops seize Rs 25L in cash at Kolkata's New Town poll naka
During a pre-dawn naka check in New Town, police seized Rs 25 lakh in unaccounted cash from an app cab passenger. The man, identified as Thakor Suraji Abhesang, failed to provide valid documentation for the substantial sum. Under election guidelines, carrying over Rs 50,000 requires proof of source and purpose, prompting the seizure and detention for questioning.