The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Indus foiled a smuggling attempt at Sukkur Barrage, recovering foreign-origin liquor, cigarettes and other contraband from a refrigerated truck. The seizure, including the vehicle, is valued at approximately Rs. 50.20 million. (1/4)
On 19 October 2026, the truck was found carrying 995 bottles of foreign-origin liquor, 1,500 packs of foreign-origin cigarettes and miscellaneous items, concealed under the guise of food items. The driver and helper (cleaner) were apprehended on the spot. (3/4)
The Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC), on behalf of the oil industry, acknowledged FBR's taxation measures and appreciated Pakistan Customs' enforcement efforts, citing encouraging improvements in formal-sector petroleum sales and the importance of legitimate trade. (1/4)
OCAC reported Motor Spirit (MS) sales rose approximately 12% in July compared with June 2026 and stayed above June levels through September. High-Speed Diesel (HSD) rose 25% in July, while combined MS and HSD sales in July–September were about 8% above April–June. (3/4)
Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Hyderabad, intensified its drive against illicit petroleum, oil, and lubricants (POL) movement via the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) Tracking App—detaining three oil tankers carrying petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD). (1/3)
Intercepted in three separate operations with ~20,000 litres of fuel, the cases are estimated at Rs. 40 million. The tankers lacked tracking records on the OGRA portal and showed unexplained transit delays, broken or tampered seals, and invoice-to-site mismatches. (2/3)
PAKISTAN CUSTOMS DESTROYS CONTRABAND GOODS WORTH RS. 7.711 BILLION IN KARACHI
Karachi, 17 October 2026: Seized and confiscated contraband goods, including narcotics, liquor and other prohibited items, were destroyed at a joint ceremony held at Gadap Town, Karachi. 1/5
The destruction of seized and confiscated contraband goods at Gadap Town, Karachi, was carried out in accordance with the prescribed legal procedures under the Customs Act, 1969, and Customs General Order (CGO) No. 12/2002, as part of the joint destruction exercise. 4/5
Member Customs (Operations) visited the Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Gaddani. The Collector briefed him on Q1 FY 2026-27 anti-smuggling performance, revenue collection through administrative measures, progress of ongoing projects and the prevailing security situation. 1/5
The Member interacted with field personnel paying particular attention to efforts of lady officers, as well as Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Sepoys. He commended their hard work and dedication in the discharge of official duties while serving in difficult terrain. 4/5




