Kannada Actor Ranya Rao Arrested For Smuggling Gold Claims DRI Officials Abused Her: Reports
Ranya Rao, now in judicial custody, voiced severe distress over her experiences during questioning by DRI officials.
Earlier, shocking news of Kannada actor Ranya Rao getting arrested for alleged gold smuggling surfaced. Well, the situation has escalated into a huge controversy. The actor’s involvement in the case has stirred up a political scuffle. Now, a new update on the case has arrived. The actress, now in judicial custody, has voiced severe distress over her experiences during questioning by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). Read on to know more.
Kannada Actor Ranya Rao Was Traumatised And Verbally Abused By DRI Officials
On March 10th, Ranya Rao appeared in court and stated she felt “traumatised and emotionally broken” while in the custody of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), as reported by NDTV. Further, she claimed that DRI officials verbally abused her whenever she stopped answering their questions, according to India Today.
More On Ranya Rao Gold Smuggling Case
The DRI in Bengaluru arrested Ranya Rao upon her arrival from Dubai on an Emirates flight. A court ordered her to 14 days of judicial custody, and now more details are emerging. Reports indicate that the DRI discovered 14 gold bars strapped to her body. They allege she had taped and bandaged the gold to her thighs to bypass customs checks. As per the official statement by the DRI, they have requested an extension of her custody, claiming she made 27 trips to Dubai this year. Her stepfather, Ramachandra Rao, Director General of Police (DGP) of Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation, publicly stated that he knew nothing of her business dealings and distanced himself from the controversy. What are your thoughts on her revelations?
First Published: March 10, 2025 6:12 PM
