Udaipur Theft: Thieves Steal Gold, Silver Jewellery and Cash Worth Rs 46 Lakh from Elderly Woman’s House
Udaipur, November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Thieves broke into a house in Banjadkha village under the Pahada police station area of Udaipur district and stole jewellery and cash worth approximately Rs 46 lakh. The incident took place late Wednesday night while 85-year-old Reja Devi, who lives alone, was sleeping inside the house.
The thieves reportedly escaped with 25 tolas of gold, around 5 kg of silver jewellery and Rs 15,000 in cash. The theft came to light on Thursday morning when the elderly woman woke up and found household belongings scattered across the rooms.
The incident triggered concern among villagers, who gathered at the spot and described it as one of the biggest thefts in the village.
Thieves Take Cupboard 200 Metres Away to Steal Jewellery
According to preliminary information, the thieves broke a window at the rear of the house and entered the premises.
They then lifted the heavy cupboard and carried it nearly 200 metres away to a field. Villagers were surprised to find the cupboard lying in the field on Thursday morning.
Police said the effort required to move such a heavy cupboard indicates that four to six people may have been involved in the crime.
Neighbouring Houses Locked from Outside
The thieves allegedly locked the main doors of nearby houses from outside by fastening their latches. This prevented residents from coming out during the burglary.
Reja Devi was sleeping inside her house when the theft took place. She discovered the crime only after waking up in the morning.
Gold and Silver Ornaments Stolen
The elderly woman told police that the thieves took several silver and gold ornaments from the cupboard.
The stolen jewellery reportedly included silver anklets, toe rings, Sankodi, Kandora, anklets, bracelets and Hansli, along with a gold waist chain, a thick gold chain, Tardiya and other ornaments.
The total value of the stolen property has been estimated at around Rs 46 lakh during the preliminary investigation.
Police Begin Investigation, Search for Suspects
Station House Officer Rajendra Meena said Reja Devi’s son, Tulsiram, works in shuttering at construction sites in Gujarat. Her husband had served as the village head of Mandaliya in Bhilwara district.
After receiving information about the theft, police reached the village with a team and inspected the crime scene. The police have started searching for the suspects and are examining the surrounding area.
Villagers expressed anger over the incident and questioned the local security arrangements. They said the absence of night patrolling had emboldened thieves.
There was also speculation among villagers about whether the culprits were familiar with the elderly woman’s surroundings. However, police have not confirmed this possibility, and it has not been established in the preliminary investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Where did the theft take place in Udaipur district?
The theft took place at the house of an elderly woman in Banjadkha village under the Pahada police station area.
2. How much property was stolen?
Jewellery and cash worth approximately Rs 46 lakh were reportedly stolen.
3. How much gold and silver did the thieves take?
The thieves reportedly stole 25 tolas of gold and around 5 kg of silver jewellery.
4. How old is the woman whose house was burgled?
Reja Devi, the victim, is 85 years old and lives alone.
5. How did the thieves enter the house?
They reportedly broke a window at the rear of the house to enter the premises.
6. Why was the cupboard found in a nearby field?
The thieves allegedly carried the heavy cupboard around 200 metres away from the house to a field before taking out the jewellery.
7. How many people may have been involved in the theft?
Police suspect that four to six people may have been involved, based on the effort required to move the heavy cupboard.
8. What action has the police taken?
Police have inspected the crime scene and started searching for the suspects. The investigation is underway.