KARACHI: The Customs Gawadar confiscated 3 million liter Iranian diesel worth Rs17.5 million. The smuggled Iranian diesel was confiscated in different operation here today (Thursday, April 13, 2017).
Reportedly, the Customs Gawadar in collaboration with the Frontier Core (FC) Baluchistan operated in Panjgur, Turbat, Mand and Hub and recovered Iranian 2, 88, 000 liter diesel from different vehicles. The customs officials also impounded offending vehicles, truck bearing registration No: LA-476 & BL-754. Inspector Ghulam Rasool, Shabbir Ahmad Handani, Gul Khan, Mumtaz Jokhiyo and other customs officials participated in the said operations.
The confiscated Iranian diesel is reportedly worth Rs17.5 million in international market.
Assistant Collector Kalim Ullah appreciated the performance of customs officials and advised them to curb smuggling at every level. Non-state actors are trying to sabotage national economy as well as CPEC.
Assistant Collector also announced cash prizes and letter of appreciation for the staff working day and night to curb smuggling.
