Passenger arrested at Mumbai airport with 47 venomous snakes

In a rare and dangerous case, border guards at Mumbai International Airport have detained a passenger trying to smuggle 47 venomous snakes into the country, the British BBC reported.

Suitcase full of reptiles

The incident occurred on June 1 at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. When the baggage of a passenger arriving from Thailand was scanned, it was found to contain 47 snakes and 5 turtles. Interestingly, the seized snakes include some of the world's rarest and most venomous species.

According to the customs service, three of the snakes are arachnids, five are Asian tortoises, and the remaining 44 are species that are widespread in Indonesia but cannot be legally imported into India.

Passenger arrested, identity withheld

The name of the illegal passenger has not been officially released, but he is currently being held by law enforcement agencies. During the investigation, he is expected to answer questions about where and how he obtained the reptiles, as well as for what purpose he planned to import them into India.

The law is strict: Animals are protected

In India, wildlife protection laws are very strict. It is strictly forbidden to bring endangered or protected animals into the country without a permit. Such actions are subject to large fines and criminal liability.

Experts warn

Ecologists and biologists emphasize that such illegal actions are not only a violation of the law, but also pose a serious threat to the country's biological balance. Mixing with endemic species or the spread of harmful animals can lead to unforeseen consequences for local nature.

Conclusion

This incident at the Mumbai airport once again demonstrates the rule of law in protecting India's natural resources. The illegal import of reptiles is considered a serious crime against nature, not just for personal gain. The results of the investigation will undoubtedly interest the general public.