Unusual Theft Incident at Ranchi Temple: Thief Falls Asleep

In a bizarre incident in Ranchi, a thief broke into a Kali temple with the intent to steal but ended up falling asleep amidst his heist. Villagers discovered him snoozing with stolen items, leading to his arrest. This unusual event has sparked discussions among locals, who are attributing it to divine intervention. The thief, identified as Veer Nayak, had consumed alcohol before attempting the theft. Police have charged him with theft and property damage. Read on to learn more about this strange occurrence and the reactions from the community.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 16, 2026, 12:34 IST

Strange Theft in Ranchi

Ranchi: An unusual theft incident has emerged from a village in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand. A thief broke into a Kali temple to steal, but unexpectedly fell asleep while gathering items. Locals are attributing this incident to the divine intervention of Goddess Kali. Let's delve into the details of this remarkable thief.

The incident took place at the Kali and Sheetala temple located in Tankisai Barajamada, Ranchi. The thief, under the influence of substances, managed to break the temple's lock, took money from the donation box, and removed gold and silver jewelry from the idol of Goddess Sheetala. However, as he attempted to escape, the effects of intoxication and sleeping pills overwhelmed him, causing him to doze off right there.

Villagers Discover the Sleeping Thief
On Tuesday morning, villagers noticed the temple door ajar and found a man deeply asleep inside. Upon suspicion, they checked his bag, which was filled with temple items. This shocking discovery alarmed the villagers, prompting them to immediately inform the local police officer, Baleshwar Oraon.

Thief Falls Asleep During the Heist
The police arrived at the scene and apprehended the thief. They have filed charges against him for theft and property damage, and further actions are underway. The accused, identified as Veer Nayak, is a resident of Tankisai. He had consumed a significant amount of alcohol with friends before scaling the temple wall to enter. During the search, police recovered the stolen money from the donation box, gold and silver ornaments, and sleeping pills. The thief's intention was to steal the silver jewelry and the money in the donation box, but he was unable to complete the theft. Meanwhile, locals are now referring to this incident as a miracle of the goddess.