Operation Fire Trail:
In a major anti-smuggling action, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized ₹35 crore worth of banned Chinese firecrackers during “Operation Fire Trail” across Indian ports. Operation Fire Trail is a special intelligence-led enforcement operation launched by the DRI to crack down on illicit imports of Chinese firecrackers, posing environmental, legal, and safety risks. Launched by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), India’s premier anti-smuggling agency under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). Objective is to detect and intercept illegal consignments of restricted explosives, especially Chinese fireworks,Prevent misuse of SEZs (Special Economic Zones) for unauthorized diversion into the Domestic Tariff Area (DTA), Ensure compliance with India’s Foreign Trade Policy and Explosive Rules, 2008.