In a troubling incident in Rajasthan, four local women were detained by police on suspicion of stealing jewellery valued at millions of rupees during a festive gathering. News outlets reported the event, which unfolded as a religious festival took place in the village of Narva. A group described as thieves, consisting of four women and two young boys, allegedly targeted guests and removed gold chains during the celebrations. Onlookers attempted to detain the suspects, and while the children managed to escape, the women were unable to flee in time. The crowd restrained the suspects until authorities arrived to take control of the situation.
Authorities transported the suspects to the police station for questioning, but initial inspections did not yield material evidence linking them directly to the alleged thefts. In a subsequent step, investigators arranged for medical imaging to be conducted as part of the inquiry. While the details remain preliminary, the tests reportedly indicated the presence of gold jewellery concealed within the individuals. Officials estimated the stolen jewellery’s value at roughly 2.5 million rupees, which is more than 2.6 million rubles at current exchange rates. The case has prompted local officials to review the circumstances surrounding the crime and the credibility of the accusers in a bid to ensure a fair assessment of the events that transpired during the festival.
In a related note from India, authorities recently arrested a man who was accused by his wife of practicing polygamy. This separate development has added to ongoing discussions about personal relationships and cultural norms in the region, underscoring how communities navigate tradition, law, and social expectations during moments of crisis and celebration alike.