Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Kalimpong Police Arrest Man for Temple, Monastery Burglaries
Imagine someone broke into several temples and monasteries and stole money and things used for prayers.
The police in Kalimpong caught a man named Kiran Darji, who they think was involved in these thefts.
They caught him trying to leave the country.
The police found out about the thefts by investigating clues like a car and some phone numbers.
The suspect admitted he was involved.
The police are also looking into whether the suspect has a problem with drugs.
Kalimpong police arrested Kiran Darji, a suspect, for alleged involvement in temple and monastery burglaries.
The thefts occurred at six religious sites in Kalimpong, primarily targeting donations and puja items.
Police investigations led to a Maruti Alto car with a Sikkim registration number and several cellphone numbers.
The suspect was apprehended while attempting to enter Nepal, after evading a police checkpoint.
Darji allegedly admitted his role, and authorities suspect substance abuse involvement.
- Who
- Kalimpong police and Kiran Darji.
- What
- Kiran Darji was arrested for alleged role in temple and monastery burglaries.
- When
- Arrested on Monday; burglaries occurred in the past two months.
- Where
- Kalimpong, West Bengal, India.
- Why
- To investigate and stop thefts at religious places.
- Suspect
- Kiran Darji
- Age
- 30
- Residence
- Sichey, Gangtok
- Location of Arrest
- Attempting to enter Nepal
- Number of places of worship affected
- 6
- Primary Targets of Theft
- Money and puja items