According to Sr PI R D Shinde and API Gulabrao Patil of Shanti Nagar police station, the ornaments weighing over one kilogram, hidden inside a bed was recovered from Aftab Mehmood Ahmed Ansari's residence in Pirnani Pada of Shantinagar after a raid in the weekend.
According to Aftab, the ornaments were given to him by two persons who wanted him to keep it safe custody.
Police have launched a manhunt for the absconding duo who allegedly stole it from Southern states of Karnataka and Andhra.
The seized ornaments (80 pieces) comprised bangles, chains, necklaces, mangalsutra, rings etc.
The pattern of the seized ornaments was similar to the ones which are made in southern states, police said.
Police has appealed citizens especially those from the southern states to contact them on 02522-231250- Shanti Nagar police station if their ornaments have been stolen so that they can help the victims trace it.
You’ve reached your limit of 5 free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Access to Exclusive Premium Stories
Over 30 subscriber-only stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app