Overview

• The Vigilance Department intercepted the consignment on August 13 at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus after a specific tip-off triggered surveillance.
• Inspection revealed 10 packages weighing a total of 564 kg containing flavoured chewing tobacco, pan masala and other prohibited products valued at approximately Rs 6 lakh.
• The shipment, booked from Gonda on Train No. 11056 (Godan Express), was monitored by teams positioned ahead of its arrival to oversee unloading.
• Officials opened the packages in the presence of the Chief Parcel Supervisor, then transferred the goods to the Railway Protection Force for criminal investigation.
• Central Railway lauded the vigilance operation as part of its broader crackdown on illicit consignments moved through parcel booking services.