Mumbai, Oct. 20 -- In a major breakthrough under its ongoing "Operation Fire Trail", the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully busted a sophisticated smuggling attempt involving the illegal import of Chinese-origin fireworks and firecrackers into India, said a release.

During this operation, DRI officers intercepted a 40-foot container at Nhava Sheva port in Navi Mumbai, originating from China and destined for ICD Ankleshwar, which was declared as carrying "leggings." A detailed examination revealed 46,640 pieces of concealed Firecrackers/Fireworks hidden behind a superficial layer of garments at the front. The entire consignment, valued at Rs 4.82 crore, was seized, as per the release.

Subsequent searches led to th...