DRI seizes 86 live Tokay geckos at Mariani, Assam; two arrested
On 22 September 2026, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted two persons at Mariani, Assam, and seized 86 live Tokay geckos under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
Summary
The Tokay gecko seized by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) is listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and in Appendix II of CITES. The two persons and the geckos were handed over to the Mariani Range Forest office for further action.
Key facts
- Seizure
- 86 live Tokay geckos, Bandar Chalia Gaon Ground, Mariani, Assam, 22 Sep 2026
- Agency
- Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)
- Legal status
- Schedule I, Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972; CITES Appendix II
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Q1
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The Tokay gecko, 86 of which were seized by DRI in Assam in September 2026, is listed under which CITES Appendix?
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Correct answer: C — Appendix II
The Tokay gecko is listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and in Appendix II of CITES.