An Indian passenger was apprehended at the Bengaluru airport for trying to smuggle 82 grams of suspected gold by concealing it in capsules inside his mouth. Prefer HTon Google A bizarre smuggling attempt case came to light at Bengaluru airport on Wednesday, when CISF personnel caught an Indian passenger using an unusual modus operandi. The passenger was apprehended for allegedly trying to smuggle 82 grams of gold concealed in capsules inside his mouth.Officials noted that while the seized quantity was relatively small, the method of attempted smuggling stood out. (Screenshots from video (@PTI_News/X))The passenger, who had landed early in the morning from Dubai, was intercepted around 7:30 am at Terminal 1 of the Kempegowda International Airport during security frisking before boarding a flight to Ghaziabad, news agency PTI reported.Officials noted that while the seized quantity was relatively small, the method of attempted smuggling stood out.Also Read | Indian tourist detained in Thailand airport for trying to smuggle live monkeysWhat happened?According to the report, an officer informed that during the routine security screening, CISF personnel noticed suspicious behaviour of the passenger."During routine passenger security screening, CISF personnel noticed that the passenger was behaving suspiciously and was not responding appropriately during the screening process," the CISF officer noted.Following this, a security check revealed two capsules containing suspected gold weighing about 82 grams were found concealed inside the passenger's mouth.The individual was subsequently handed over to the local police for further investigation, and the seized gold has been sent for a purity check.Also Read | Man held at Delhi airport for bid to smuggle gold in machine partsMan arrested with jewellery worth around ₹60 lakhIn a separate incident earlier this month, a man was arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle gold jewellery worth approximately ₹60 lakh from the domestic cargo area of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata. Acting on a tip-off, the authorities apprehended the accused.Also Read | Woman tries to smuggle in cocaine worth ₹62.6 crore in biscuit boxes, caught at Mumbai airportThe accused was intercepted while riding a scooter out of the domestic cargo terminal premises, PTI reported, citing a police officerA search led to the seizure of roughly 400 grams of gold jewellery, comprising necklaces, bangles, and rings valued at around ₹60 lakh, along with several hundred grams of silver.Preliminary investigation into the case had suggested that the consignment was being transported to Kolkata's Burrabazar area.(with inputs from PTI)Anushka Awasthi is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times, where she covers politics, geopolitics, and major national and international developments. She holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi. Passionate about India's political landscape, Anushka believes that politics shapes every aspect of society, from public policy to everyday life. This drives her to deliver timely, accurate, and researched news that helps readers make sense of everyday developments. Before joining Hindustan Times, Anushka worked with the Zee News English website, reporting extensively on Indian politics and international affairs. During her tenure, she also wrote a range of interviews and analytical stories, focusing on key political and international affairs events. Her reporting is driven by a strong interest in journalism and a dedication to balanced reporting. She strives to present news with clarity and context in the digital era. She aims to ensure that readers stay informed about issues that matter. Outside the newsroom, she enjoys planning her next travel adventure to various corners of India, reading classical books, and binging sitcoms. A coffee enthusiast, she is always on the lookout for new places and experiences.Read MoreSmugglingGoldBengaluruGet the latest City News, local updates, weather alerts and breaking stories from Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and other major cities across India on Hindustan Times.See Less