India, Sept. 14 -- A South African delegate got his cash back just minutes before leaving Delhi after police traced the cab in which he had accidentally left around Rs.3 lakh in Indian and US currency, officials said on Monday.

A team from Barakhamba Road police station tracked down the vehicle and recovered the money, which was returned to the delegate around 30 minutes before his scheduled flight, Delhi Police said.

The police said quick coordination among personnel helped locate the cab and retrieve the cash in time for the delegate to continue his journey.

"Team of @DCPNewDelhi PS Barakhamba Road swiftly traced a cab and recovered approximately Rs.3 lakh in Indian & US currency left behind by a South African delegate. Through coord...