Assam: Passenger detained after 9mm bullet found in bag at Dibrugarh Airport

A passenger was detained at Dibrugarh Airport on Monday after security personnel discovered a 9mm bullet in his luggage during routine screening.

The individual, identified as Simbhu Dayal, was scheduled to board an IndiGo flight to Rajasthan when the bullet was detected at the security checkpoint. 

Dayal, who has been residing in Longding, Arunachal Pradesh, for several years due to his business activities, was immediately stopped by airport authorities.

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During preliminary questioning, Dayal claimed he was unaware of how the bullet ended up in his bag. He also alleged that insurgent groups in Arunachal Pradesh had repeatedly demanded money from him over time.

Following the discovery, Mohanbari police took him into custody for interrogation. Officials have launched an investigation to determine the source of the ammunition and whether there are any security threats involved.

Authorities are currently verifying Dayal’s background and examining potential links to any unlawful activities. 

Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses.