Theft at Historic Sarkhej Roza Site

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A reported theft at the historic Sarkhej Roza site on Tuesday has left officials concerned, with a copper-brass kalash and decorative leaf missing from the dome of the main mausoleum. The estimated weight of the stolen items is around 6kg, valued at approximately Rs 1,700. The theft was discovered by ASI sanitation worker Najirkhan Bashirkhan Pathan around 9.45am.

Key Takeaways:

  • The theft was reported at the historic Sarkhej Roza site, with a copper-brass kalash and decorative leaf missing from the dome of the main mausoleum.
  • The estimated weight of the stolen items is around 6kg, valued at approximately Rs 1,700.
  • The site is maintained under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), with the Sarkhej Roza Committee assisting with caretaking and security.
  • Nizam Harikhan Siddiqui, secretary of the Sarkhej Roza Committee, filed a police complaint with the FIR detailing the incident.
  • A rope was found hanging at the rear side of the mausoleum, suggesting possible unauthorized access.
  • Caretaker Abdul Qadir reported that he and his son had locked the shrine and slept inside the premises the night before, as usual.
  • The committee had requested the ASI to appoint security guards at the site, citing its protected status under the ASI.
  • Abrar Ali Saiyed, chairman of the Sarkhej Roza Committee, expressed concern over the theft and emphasized the importance of security measures at the site.

Statistics:

  • Estimated weight of stolen items: 6kg
  • Valuation of stolen items: approximately Rs 1,700
  • Time of theft discovery: around 9.45am

Sources:

  • Times of India (TOI)-breaking news, no date available
  • FIR filed by Nizam Harikhan Siddiqui with Sarkhej police on Wednesday