Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Hyderabad Faces Jewellery Theft Surge by Domestic Workers
In Hyderabad, there has been a big increase in thefts where domestic workers, many from Nepal and Bihar, are stealing gold and money from rich homes.
They sometimes drug people or work with others to take valuables.
Police have caught some thieves and are asking jewellers to be careful.
They also want people to check the backgrounds of their helpers to stop these crimes.
Domestic workers, many from Nepal and Bihar, are behind a surge in jewellery thefts in Hyderabad.
Recent incidents include thefts of gold and cash worth crores from affluent homes.
Police have arrested a local maid for stealing Rs 5 lakh in gold and are recovering loot swiftly.
Fake maid agencies are reportedly involved in supplying thieves to target homes.
Hyderabad police have mandated CCTV and background checks for jewellery establishments to prevent buying stolen gold.
- Who
- Domestic workers, primarily from Nepal and Bihar, targeting affluent homes in Hyderabad
- What
- A surge in jewellery thefts by domestic workers
- When
- Recent incidents in April, November, and December 2025
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- Opportunities arising from migrant influx and unverified maid agencies
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Primary Targets
- Affluent homes
- Common Items Stolen
- Gold and cash
- Recent Arrest
- Madhuri Anuradha (39) for stealing Rs 5 lakh in gold
- Police Action
- Mandated CCTV and background checks for jewellery establishments
- Legal Action
- Cases registered under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)