IT department officials seize gold worth ₹3 crore in Puducherry - The HinduUpdated - October 01, 2026 09:25 pm IST - PUDUCHERRYThe Income Tax Department has seized 2,500 grams of gold worth around ₹3 crore allegedly meant for distribution to voters in Thattanchavady where bypoll has been scheduled for October 6. The Election Department has been informed about the seizure by the IT officials. More details are awaited on the seizure, Chief Electoral Officer ASPS Ravi Prakash has said. Published - October 01, 2026 09:22 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }