A shocking theft has come to light in Bhagalpur, Bihar, where a woman was captured on CCTV stealing jewellery from a Hanuman temple in broad daylight. The incident occurred on May 19 in the Zeromile area under Navgachiya police station, but the footage surfaced today.

What Was Stolen?

From the Bajrangbali idol, the woman stole:

• Silver earrings

• Silver sacred thread

• Anklets

• Toe rings

• Other decorative ornaments

How the Theft Happened

• The woman entered the temple calmly, as seen in the CCTV.

• She removed the ornaments one by one from the idol of Bajrangbali.

• After the theft, she put on her slippers, picked up her belongings, and walked away via NH-31 toward Navgachiya Zeromile.

Police Response

• The police have launched a search for the woman using the CCTV footage.

• Investigators believe the woman may be a repeat offender, given the ease and confidence with which the theft was executed.

Not the First Theft

This is not the first time the temple has been targeted:

• Earlier, the crown of Hanuman ji was stolen.

• Reports suggest multiple temples in the Navgachiya area have been repeatedly looted.

• Several arrests have been made in connection to earlier thefts.

Security Concerns Rise

The incident has raised serious questions about temple security, especially since such thefts are occurring in daylight and near busy routes like NH-31.