Guwahati: One individual was arrested by Guwahati Police for allegedly carrying a large amount of fake currency notes.
The accused was arrested at around 11.45 pm last night from Khanapara area.
Reportedly, the accused was apprehended by a team of Basistha PS along with Special Operations Group (SOG) team of East District, Khanapara Traffic OP Team and Public.
Police have altogether seized counterfeit notes with a face value of Rs 2, 93,000 from his possession.
The police have initiated an investigation to find the accomplices and the source of fake currency notes in light of the recovery.
Moreover, the police have asked locals to inspect the cash notes before they are accepted by shopkeepers, vendors and residents.