Swarn Insights: Theft Trends in India & What To Do After Burglary
Across India, the news headlines tell a clear and worrying story: thefts from homes, offices, and personal assets are increasing — both in frequency and in size. And when valuables like gold, cash, or jewelry are involved, the losses can be devastating.
🔍 Recent Theft Trends in India
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In Delhi alone, property theft worth ₹688.6 crore was reported in 2023. Recovery was low — only about 14.5% of stolen property was recovered. Business Standard+1
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Cases of burglary in Delhi surged by ~23‐24% compared to previous years. ThePrint
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A recent incident in Gurgaon: a homeowner’s help – hired just days before – allegedly fled with gold jewellery worth ₹20 lakh + cash. The Times of India
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Another case in Bengaluru: a worker stole gold/diamond items worth ₹35 lakh from an employer’s home, using access to a bedroom locker. The Times of India
These headlines underscore something important: the higher the value of assets, the more careful and intentional the thieves. Even trusted people occasionally become the weak link.
🛡 What To Do Immediately After a Burglary
If you ever find yourself facing a break-in, here are steps to follow — not just to recover what’s lost, but to prevent further loss and help authorities do their job.
| Step | Action |
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| 1. Call the Police Immediately | File an FIR. The sooner you report, the better the chances of recovering stolen items and catching the culprit. |
| 2. Preserve the Scene | Don’t touch or move broken items, doors, windows. Evidence (fingerprints, tool marks) may help investigations. |
| 3. Document Everything | Take photos of damage and missing items; make a list of valuables lost (gold, cash, jewellery, documents). |
| 4. Check & Freeze Financial Access | If cash, credit cards or bank cheque books are gone, block them. Change passwords on banking apps/devices. |
| 5. Notify Insurers/Lenders | If you have home or asset insurance, file a claim ASAP. You’ll need the police FIR, photos, and an inventory of losses. |
| 6. Strengthen Security | Replace locks, install alarm systems, visible CCTV, invest in a good safe like Swarn by Royalsafe for gold & high-value jewellery. |
| 7. Inspect Belongings in Circulation | Sometimes stolen items show up in pawn shops or online marketplaces. Don’t try to recover them yourself — report any findings to police. |
💡 Why Choosing Swarn Makes a Difference
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Double Locking System: Adds an extra barrier against theft, even if someone has access to part of your storage.
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Organised Interior Design: Makes it harder for small but high-value items (like jewellery) to be misplaced or stolen unnoticed.
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10-Year Guarantee on Finish & Locks: Ensures long-lasting protection and peace of mind, without worrying about rust, wear or tampering.
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