Illegally imported cigarettes seized…

04 Apr 2025 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

A consignment of illegally imported cigarettes, concealed inside office chairs and valued at over Rs. 430 million, was seized by Customs officials at the Rank Container Terminal in Orugodawatta today. Customs Director-General Sarath Nonis and Customs Media Spokesperson Seevali Arukgoda were present during the raid. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

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Illegally imported cigarettes seized…

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