Mumbai Police Seize ₹30 Lakh Cash from Car, Detain Two

Mumbai Police detains two individuals after recovering ₹30 lakh cash from their vehicle. Income Tax Department has been notified, and questioning is underway.

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Mumbai Police Seize ₹30 Lakh Cash from Car, Detain Two

By A Staff Reporter — Mumbai Police seized ₹30 lakh in cash from a car and detained two individuals for questioning. The incident took place amidst the Model Code of Conduct for elections, which mandates documentation for anyone carrying cash above ₹50,000. According to the police, the Income Tax Department has been informed for further investigation.

Under election code protocols, individuals with cash exceeding ₹50,000 must present valid documentation to authorities. No paperwork is required for amounts under this threshold, making the discovery of ₹30 lakh notable. Investigations are ongoing to determine the origin and purpose of the seized cash.