Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested for gold smuggling after the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) caught her at Kempegowda International Airport. Officers found 14 kg of gold hidden inside her belt strap.
Ranya, the stepdaughter of a senior police officer, frequently travelled between Bengaluru and Gulf countries. Investigators revealed that she used clever tricks to avoid security checks, making it easier to smuggle gold without getting caught.
Ranya wore the same outfit on her last four trips abroad, which helped her blend in. She carried gold in a specially designed belt, making it harder for scanners to detect the metal.
In just 15 days, she made four trips to the Gulf. Each time she returned, she received special treatment — a protocol officer escorted her, and a government vehicle picked her up outside the airport. This setup allowed her to skip standard security checks, making smuggling much easier.
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Despite her tactics, DRI officers intercepted Ranya on her latest return. She allegedly tried to dodge security with help from a police constable named Basavaraju. However, the officers caught her with the hidden gold and took her to the DRI office in Nagawara for questioning.
Later, officials searched her home on Lavelle Road. They seized gold jewellery worth ₹2.06 crore and ₹2.67 crore in cash, further strengthening the case against her.
Director General of Police (DGP) K Ramachandra Rao addressed the situation, firmly stating that he had no connection to Ranya’s actions. “She got married four months ago and hasn’t contacted us since. The law will take its course,” he explained.
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