A rationing department flying squad in Turbhe MIDC, Navi Mumbai, intercepted two tanker drivers siphoning diesel after the vehicles were diverted from Hindustan Petroleum’s Vashi terminal. The operation led to the seizure of both tankers.
Authorities recovered roughly 14,000 litres of diesel and 25,000 litres of a petroleum‑like liquid, together valued at about Rs 94.36 lakh. Five individuals have been charged in connection with the illegal siphoning, and a case has been filed against them.