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Ranya Rao Granted Bail in Gold Smuggling Case but Remains Detained Under COFEPOSA

The Kannada actress received default bail in the ₹12.56 crore gold smuggling case, but her release is blocked by preventive detention under the stringent COFEPOSA Act.

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Overview

  • Ranya Rao, arrested on March 3 for allegedly smuggling 14.2 kg of gold from Dubai, was granted default bail by the Bengaluru Special Court for Economic Offences on May 20.
  • The bail conditions include a ₹2 lakh bond, two sureties, restrictions on international travel, and a prohibition on repeat offenses.
  • Despite the bail, Rao remains detained under the COFEPOSA Act, which allows preventive detention for up to a year without trial to curb smuggling activities.
  • Investigations revealed Rao's frequent solo trips to Dubai—34 between 2023 and 2025—raising suspicions of her involvement in a broader smuggling network.
  • The case is being jointly probed by the DRI, ED, and CBI, with additional seizures from Rao’s residence including ₹2.06 crore in gold jewelry and ₹2.67 crore in cash.