An Enforcement Directorate investigation revealed an organised network of Burmese suppliers smuggled 3,103 metric tonnes of dry areca nuts into India through Mizoram's Tiau River.
The illicit consignments, valued at ₹1,022.25 crore, resulted in an estimated basic customs duty loss of ₹408.90 crore using forged documents and e-way bills.
The federal financial crimes agency has attached 10 properties worth ₹8.12 crore, including a hotel in Champhai, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.