RPF Cracks Down on ₹1.82 Crore Fake Robbery on Garib Rath Express in 72 Hours
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Central Railway swiftly resolved a fabricated robbery case on the Jabalpur-CSMT Garib Rath Express, recovering gold ornaments worth Rs 1.82 crore and apprehending all the accused within 72 hours.
RpfFabricated RobberyCentral RailwayGarib Rath ExpressGold OrnamentsReal Estate MumbaiOct 05, 2025
Complaint Filed as Major Robbery on Garib Rath Express
According to a Central Railway spokesperson, an incident of robbery was reported on Train No. 12187 – Jabalpur-CSMT Garib Rath Express on September 30, 2025, when Sagar Parekh lodged a complaint at the Government Railway Police (GRP) Station, CSMT, Mumbai. Parekh alleged that 52 gold bangles and 35 gold rings, weighing 1.5 kg and valued at Rs 1.82 crore, had been stolen. The case was registered under the relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Case Transferred to GRP Khandwa and Joint Investigation Launched
Verification later revealed that the incident occurred under the jurisdiction of GRP Post Khandwa, prompting the transfer of the case. It was re-registered on October 3, 2025, and RPF Bhusaval was roped in for assistance. “Under the guidance of senior divisional officers, a joint investigation team was formed, comprising officers from RPF Khandwa, the Crime Intelligence Branch, and RPF Bhusaval,” said a CR official.
Technical Evidence Exposes the Fake Robbery
Using modern investigative tools such as CCTV footage, mobile call data records (CDRs), and digital tracking, investigators uncovered the truth — the so-called robbery was fabricated by the complainant himself in collusion with his associates to claim false losses.
Accused Identified and Arrested
Based on technical evidence, Sagar Parekh (40), a jewellery firm partner from Nashik, was arrested along with three accomplices: Sanjay Kumar (27) from Rajasthan, residing in Mumbai, Praveen Kumar (35) from Sirohi, residing in Diva East, Thane, and Rakesh Jain (53) from Malabar Hill, Mumbai. During interrogation, they admitted to injuring themselves deliberately to make the false robbery appear genuine.
Gold Recovered in Full
Acting on leads, investigators traced the stolen ornaments to Praveen, who appeared at RPF Post Khandwa with the entire property on October 4. The seized items — 52 gold bangles and 35 rings, weighing 1.6 kg and valued at Rs 1.82 crore — were duly documented and recovered in full.
RPF Praised for Swift and Efficient Action
All four accused have been arrested by RPF Bhusaval Division, and further legal proceedings are underway. “The RPF teams of Bhusaval and Khandwa, along with the GRP, demonstrated exceptional detection skills, technical analysis, and teamwork in exposing the fabricated robbery and ensuring total recovery,” a CR spokesperson said. The swift action not only averted financial loss but also reinforced the RPF’s credibility in tackling high-value, complex cases with professionalism and precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the value of the gold ornaments reported stolen?
The gold ornaments reported stolen were valued at Rs 1.82 crore.
Who was the primary complainant in the fabricated robbery case?
The primary complainant in the fabricated robbery case was Sagar Parekh, a jewellery firm partner from Nashik.
How long did it take the RPF to solve the case?
The RPF solved the case within 72 hours.
Which investigative tools were used to uncover the fabricated robbery?
CCTV footage, mobile call data records (CDRs), and digital tracking were used to uncover the fabricated robbery.
How many people were arrested in connection with the fabricated robbery?
Four people were arrested in connection with the fabricated robbery: Sagar Parekh, Sanjay Kumar, Praveen Kumar, and Rakesh Jain.
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