Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Women Arrested in Hyderabad for Sandalwood Theft
Some women were caught stealing sandalwood in Hyderabad.
They are part of a group from a community with a history of forest skills.
This group moved to the city to steal and sell sandalwood.
They included men, women, and kids to avoid being caught.
The thefts happened in specific areas, and police are still looking for others involved.
This community was once wrongly labeled as criminals, which has caused problems for them.
Four women were arrested in Hyderabad for sandalwood theft.
The women belong to the Pardhi community, known for forest-based skills.
The gang, including men, women, and children, migrated to Hyderabad for theft.
Thefts occurred in Jubilee Hills and ni-msme campus areas.
23 people have been identified as part of the organized sandalwood theft gang.
- Who
- Palan Bai Pardhi, Shahnaj Bai, Nimat Bai, and Madhuri, along with other accomplices from the Pardhi community.
- What
- Four women were arrested for sandalwood theft.
- When
- About 20 days before the arrest, the gang migrated to Hyderabad.
- Where
- Jubilee Hills and ni-msme campus in Yousufguda, Hyderabad.
- Why
- To engage in organized sandalwood theft and sell the stolen wood.
Police
Pardhi Community
Law Enforcement
Police
Apprehending the criminals and maintaining law and order.
Pardhi Community
Not applicable as it's a matter of crime.
Social Context of Crime
Police
Focus on justice and punishment.
Pardhi Community
Focus on understanding the socio-economic conditions contributing to the crime.
- Arrested Women
- Palan Bai Pardhi, Shahnaj Bai, Nimat Bai, and Madhuri
- Location of Thefts
- Jubilee Hills, ni-msme campus
- Community
- Pardhi
- Number of Accused Identified
- 23
- Primary Activity
- Sandalwood theft