Amid Poll Code, Rs 14.5 Crore Gold Seized in Nagpur

Nagpur: Poll authorities have seized gold valued at Rs 14.5 crore from Nagpur amid model code of conduct in place for November 20 Maharashtra assembly polls, an official said.

gold, in form of ornaments and biscuits, was being transported by Gujarat-based firm Sequel Logistics when a flying surveillance team apprehended it on Saturday, he said.

shipment arrived in Nagpur by flight on Thursday and was being sent to Amravati. vehicle was stopped while it was moving from Ambazari Lake to Wi, official said.

" gold was taken to Ambazari police station. A probe indicated Sequel Logistics did not have necessary permission from Election Commission to transport such a large amount of gold during poll period," official said.

Furr probe was underway into matter, he ded.

model code of conduct has been in force in Maharashtra since October 15.

Results of assembly polls will be declared on November 23.