A customs officer at Ahmedabad Airport has come under scrutiny after being accused of accepting a ₹15,000 bribe from a Kuwait-bound passenger. According to the complaint filed by the traveler, the officer demanded the payment in exchange for permitting the carriage of a gold coin through customs clearance.
The passenger promptly lodged a complaint with senior customs officials, triggering an official investigation into the incident. Authorities have assured that a full probe is underway and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken if the allegations are confirmed.
This incident adds to growing concerns over corruption in airport customs procedures, raising questions about passenger safety, transparency, and accountability in international travel gateways.