Police have stepped up blitz inspections on national and state highways to monitor the movement of unregistered money carriers. The action comes in the wake of the recent seizure of over ₹1 crore in two different operations in the north Kerala region.
Agents engaged in the large-scale purchase of land and luxury vehicles are allegedly linked to unregistered money carriers. The bank accounts of these agents are under the scrutiny of the Income Tax Department.
According to the police, the involvement of drug dealers and smugglers is also suspected in the latest increase in unaccounted money transfers. All patrol units have been asked to intercept suspicious vehicles and conduct a detailed check, they said.
The police also identified cases where vehicles were modified to create secret storage spaces in them to avoid the eyes of inspection units. If found, those who provided assistance for such illegal modifications will also be held accountable, they said.
Records available to the police have revealed that unaccounted money of ₹10 crore has been seized in the Malabar region in the last five years. The large-scale seizure took place during blitz checks by local police, special forces and the Income Tax department.
A senior police officer said attempts to lure youths as transporters offering lucrative commissions and other perks have already come to light. “The same trick is allegedly used to reactivate the carrier network. Many do not realize the seriousness of the crime and misuse of these funds for anti-national activities,” he added.
As part of heightened vigilance, police often monitor detailed call records of people who have been previously arrested or linked to those arrested in connection with alleged unaccounted money transfers. Customs and excise departments are also part of the operations. All suspicious interstate vehicles will be screened at county borders with the support of local police and highway patrols.
Published – 04 Feb 2026 20:16 IST