In a shocking theft incident in Chandoli district of Uttar Pradesh, thieves have stolen 140 cooking gas cylinders from the warehouse of Mahadevi Bharat Gas Agency located in Pachokhar under Baburi police station area. The agency’s employees discovered the theft on Tuesday morning when they arrived at the warehouse for daily operations and immediately informed the police. Authorities have registered a case and started an investigation.
Theft Details and Immediate Aftermath
Bhola Bind, husband of agency operator Chinta Devi, revealed that the stolen stock is worth around four lakh rupees. He explained that on Monday evening, a truck carrying filled gas cylinders arrived at the warehouse. The usual process followed, with all the cylinders unloaded and stored safely to be distributed starting Tuesday. The warehouse was closed late in the evening and employees left for their homes.
On Tuesday morning, agency staff found the warehouse lock broken and all 140 gas cylinders missing. The alarming discovery triggered panic among employees, who quickly alerted management. Chinta Devi rushed to the scene and contacted the police to report the incident. Police reached the location promptly and began a detailed site inspection.
Ongoing Police Investigation
The police confirmed that an unknown group had stolen the cylinders overnight. This is the first such incident reported at the Pachokhar agency. Investigators suspect that a group of more than five individuals may have been involved given the scale of the theft. Authorities are examining all angles and gathering evidence to identify the culprits.
According to police statements, they have registered a case under relevant sections and continue to probe the matter. No arrests have been made yet. The law enforcement officials are working to ensure that the stolen inventory does not enter the market and to prevent similar future incidents.
The loss has caused significant concern since the stolen cylinders were scheduled for distribution to consumers starting Tuesday, disrupting supply. Agency officials are coordinating with police to recover the items and secure the warehouse premises.
Residents and local consumers have expressed worry about the availability of cooking gas following this theft. The police have assured increased vigilance in the area to protect public and commercial properties. Authorities also appealed to people to provide any information that might aid in catching the offenders.
This theft highlights the challenges faced by gas agencies in safeguarding their stock. The agency has reportedly discussed enhancing security measures, including better locks, surveillance cameras, and guard deployment, to prevent a recurrence.
The investigation remains active, and police are examining CCTV footage and questioning nearby witnesses. Further updates are expected as the inquiry progresses to apprehend the guilty and recover the stolen property.
