In a remarkable and audacious operation marked by precise intelligence, the vigilant Customs team at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has successfully thwarted a brazen attempt to smuggle a staggering 1.5 lakh Peacock Tail Feathers, weighing a substantial 125 kilograms. These illicit goods were destined for Bangkok, setting off alarm bells in the realm of wildlife protection and customs regulations.
A Violation of Wildlife Protection and Customs Laws
This audacious act of wildlife trafficking has raised serious concerns and instigated an immediate response under the purview of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, in conjunction with the Customs Act of 1962. These robust legislative measures aim to combat the illegal trade of wildlife and its derivatives, which pose a grave threat to biodiversity and ecological balance.
A High-Stakes Interception
The interception in question involved four Indian passengers who were apprehended in the act of attempting to smuggle this substantial cache of peacock tail feathers. This significant seizure underscores the unrelenting efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat wildlife trafficking and protect endangered species from illegal exploitation.
