He alleged an official from Delhi faceless assessment unit had made the demand, but the issue was resolved after he raised it on X. Despite paying the bribe his goods were released after three weeks, he added. “I heard that they are planning revenge, planning to raid and affect my personal life,” he said.The video was posted a day after Chennai Customs, on its official X handle, described the earlier allegations as false. While taking note of the Chennai Customs’ response, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs stepped in, promising necessary action. The finance ministry said a detailed investigation by a senior revenue department official had been ordered.