Bihar STF, SSB Seize Fake Indian Currency Worth ₹5 Lakh in Madhubani

Brief By Newsbrief / 9:36 AM on 03 Aug 2026

A joint operation by the Bihar Special Task Force (STF) and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) led to the seizure of fake Indian currency worth approximately ₹5 lakh and the arrest of two suspected traffickers in Madhubani district. The accused, identified as Bharat Mahaseeth and his relative Shivkumar Raut, were apprehended during a raid in Dubahi Bazaar under the Basopatti police station area after specific intelligence inputs. Officials said preliminary investigations suggest the duo may have been linked to a larger counterfeit currency network operating for a considerable period. Authorities confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with the suspects being questioned to identify other members of the racket. Reports indicate the local Basopatti police station was not informed in advance about the operation. Officials have withheld further details, stating that revealing additional information at this stage could hamper the ongoing investigation into the counterfeit currency syndicate.