A shocking theft during a Jain religious ceremony in the premises of Delhi's historic Red Fort has left everyone stunned. At the ceremony held on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, an exquisite urn studded with 760 grams of gold and 150 grams of diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, worth about Rs one crore, mysteriously disappeared. The Delhi Police took immediate action and arrested a suspect with the help of CCTV footage, but the incident has raised questions over security. Details of the incident A large number of people, including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, attended the Jain ceremony held at the Red Fort. During the reception session, an unknown thief cleverly snatched the precious urn from the huge crowd. According to the police, the urn contained 760 grams of gold, 150 grams of diamonds, and other precious gems, which had religious significance for the Jain community. Delhi Police identified the suspect after reviewing CCTV footage and arrested him immediately. Investigation is underway to ascertain the full details of the incident and possible accomplices. Questions on security The incident has raised The incident has raised serious questions about the security of a historic site like the Red Fort. Police said that there were tight security arrangements during the event, but the thief was able to take advantage of the crowd. Jain community leaders expressed regret and said that this is not only a financial loss but also an act that hurts religious sentiments. Delhi Police has vowed to review security protocols and prevent such incidents in future. “This incident is unacceptable. We will further tighten security so that the historical heritage is protected.” — Delhi Police References Hindustan Times, The Indian Express, Times of India, News18, NDTV, X-Post