Rs 1 Crore Gold Kalash Vanishes from Red Fort Amid Religious Event: Suspect Caught on CCTV

In an audacious act of theft that has sent shockwaves through the capital, a highly valuable gold-coated Kalash, estimated to be worth a staggering Rs 1 crore, has been stolen from the hallowed grounds of Delhi's iconic Red Fort. The sacred artifact vanished from the stage where a significant 'Shri Ram Katha' religious event, led by renowned spiritual leader Morari Bapu, was underway.

The incident, occurring overnight, has sparked a major police investigation and raised questions about security at one of India's most prominent historical landmarks.

The theft came to light on the morning of February 2nd when organizers of the 'Shri Ram Katha' discovered the absence of the elaborate Ashtadhatu Kalash.

This sacred vessel, made from eight precious metals and adorned with a rich gold coating, weighed approximately 2 kilograms and had been prominently displayed on the stage as a central part of the spiritual ceremony. Its disappearance, alongside two valuable silver lamps, has left devotees and organizers stunned.

According to initial police reports, the theft is believed to have taken place around 1:30 AM on February 2nd.

Investigators at the Lahori Gate police station swiftly registered a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 380 of the Indian Penal Code, pertaining to theft in a building. The gravity of the crime, given the value of the stolen items and the historical significance of the location, has prompted an intensive probe.

Crucially, surveillance footage from the Red Fort premises has provided a significant lead.

CCTV cameras captured images of a suspect believed to be involved in the daring heist. Police teams have been immediately formed and dispatched to follow up on these critical clues, working tirelessly to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for this high-profile crime. The footage is being meticulously analyzed in hopes of gaining further insights into the perpetrator's movements and identity.

The 'Shri Ram Katha' event, organized by Delhi’s Sant Mandal, was a large-scale spiritual gathering attracting numerous devotees.

The theft during such a public and revered event adds another layer of distress to the incident. Authorities are now focusing on understanding how such a valuable item could be removed from a seemingly secure location during an active event at a sensitive site like the Red Fort, vowing to bring the culprits to justice swiftly and recover the stolen symbols of faith.