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Railway Police Arrest Suspect in Rs 10 Lakh Train Theft Case in Madhya Pradesh

A passenger's bag containing Rs 10 lakh was stolen from a train in Vidisha while the traveller slept. Railway authorities have arrested the accused and recovered most of the stolen cash.

LSN India · 17 October 2026

Railway Police Arrest Suspect in Rs 10 Lakh Train Theft Case in Madhya Pradesh

A significant theft aboard a train in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, has been resolved following swift action by the Government Railway Police (GRP). The incident involved the theft of a bag containing Rs 10 lakh from a sleeping passenger on the Memo train.

GRP investigators launched an extensive review of approximately 200 CCTV camera recordings to identify the perpetrator. The detailed surveillance examination led to the arrest of the suspect within days of the incident being reported.

Following the arrest, authorities conducted searches that resulted in the recovery of Rs 9.36 lakh in cash and additional items valued at approximately Rs 9.43 lakh. The recovery represents a significant portion of the stolen amount.

The case highlights the ongoing challenge of theft on railway networks across India and demonstrates the effectiveness of CCTV monitoring systems in apprehending suspects. Railway authorities continue to encourage passengers to remain vigilant with their belongings during travel.