DRI calls it a national security issue and has sought custody of Ranya for further inquiries. Prosecutors argued that in-depth investigations were needed to reveal the truth. “Besides that, there are many unresolved questions: Who is helping Lanya? Is there a smuggling joint organization behind her? According to the TOI, prosecutors urged three-day custody to start from March 9, requiring in-depth investigations.
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Authorities are now shifting their focus to the extensive international travel of Ranya. According to DRI, she has visited Dubai 27 times and traveled to more than 45 countries, which has raised suspicion. Officials believe these frequent trips may be related to organized smuggling operations.
Raid her apartment and found cash and gold
After being arrested, a raid was carried out in an upscale apartment on Lavelle Road, Bangalore. Officials seized designer gold ornaments worth Rs 210 crore and Rs 27 crore in cash. Thus, the total seizure in the case has reached Rs 1.73 crore. Sources said the jewelry was purchased under the direction of a well-known politician, although officials did not disclose any names. The decor was purchased from a high-end designer store in Bangalore, the report shows.
Surveillance before arrest
Ranya, the daughter of DGP (Karnataka State Police Housing Company) Ramachandra Rao, has been under surveillance by DRI. Officials have received information about her alleged involvement in gold smuggling. Two hours before landing at 7 p.m. on Monday, a DRI team took action on the prompts to station Kia in Kia. She was arrested and immediately detained by a gold bar hidden in a belt tied to her.
The court sent her to judicial custody
She was born on March 4 in the Court of Special Financial Crimes, where she was remanded to judicial custody until March 18. However, the agency opposed her bail, highlighting the need to track the origins of gold, payment methods and possible connections to smuggling networks.
“The case raises serious questions. Who supports Lanya? Is she part of the larger group? Given the potential risks of national security, a thorough investigation must be conducted,” the prosecutor said according to the TOI.
Ranya was tested for medical treatment at Pauling Hospital before being taken to judicial custody. During the inquiry, she claimed that her frequent visits to Dubai were for commercial purposes. However, authorities suspected that she was actively involved in the organized smuggling operation.
Input from TOI
