Urdu Report Desk
Gold ornaments, cash, antique artefacts and other valuables worth millions of rupees have been stolen from Maha Shakti Mata Temple in Shikarpur district, Sindh, after unidentified suspects broke into the premises.
According to police and temple management, the suspects broke the locks to enter the temple, which falls within the jurisdiction of Stuart Gunj Police Station.
Jewellery and Donations Stolen
Temple management said the thieves took jewellery offered to the idols, including a gold chain removed from the neck of one idol.
The suspects also broke open a safe containing cash and donations made by devotees. Antique artefacts, crockery and other valuables kept in two cupboards were also found missing.
Temple Custodian Describes Losses
Temple custodian Poon Kumar said the stolen property included valuable antiques and gold ornaments. He added that some of the cash and supplies had been set aside to help people in need.
The temple management has urged police to arrest those responsible and recover the stolen belongings.
SSP Orders Investigation
Shikarpur Senior Superintendent of Police Muhammad Kaleem has sought an initial report on the incident and directed ASP City Muhammad Asif to review the case.
According to a police spokesperson, the SSP has instructed investigators to use modern technology to identify and arrest the suspects.
Police officials said protecting religious sites and safeguarding the lives and property of citizens remain priorities for the district police.
