Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral
A kalash worth nearly ₹1 crore was stolen from within the Red Fort complex in Delhi during a Jain religious ceremony held in early September 2025. The gold object, weighing approximately 760 grams and embedded with around 150 grams of diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, was part of a daily religious ritual performed by businessman Sudhir Jain.
The theft took place at 15 August Park, an area inside the historic Red Fort that had been hosting the ongoing Jain worship activities. Witnesses and preliminary reports suggest that the thief was disguised in religious attire, blending in with the attendees before escaping with the sacred object.
What has shocked many is the timing and setting of the incident — amidst a large crowd that included public figures such as Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The presence of high-profile attendees did not deter the thief, who reportedly took advantage of the crowd’s movement during the event to commit the crime unnoticed.
Security agencies and Delhi Police have launched an investigation, reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing witnesses. The stolen item not only holds immense monetary value but is also considered spiritually significant to the Jain community.
The incident has raised concerns over security measures during religious gatherings at heritage sites, especially when high-value items are involved. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the recovery of the stolen kalash.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the search continues.
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