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Crime
Bhopal Officials' Bungalow Tree Stolen in High‑Security Zone
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 08:46 PM
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A group of men cut down a sandalwood tree from the bungalow of IAS officer Veerik Porwal in Bhopal's VIP area, raising security concerns.
In the early hours of Tuesday, men entered the high‑security zone of Bhopal’s VIP area and felled a sandalwood tree from the bungalow of IAS officer Veerik Porwal. The tree, a prized specimen, was reportedly taken away by the intruders.
The incident occurred in the Chhattarpur area of Bhopal, a region known for housing senior government officials. The bungalow, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Mines Department, is surrounded by strict security protocols.
Local police have launched an investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage from the area. Security officials have increased patrols in the vicinity and are urging residents to report any suspicious activity.
The theft has sparked concerns over the adequacy of security measures in high‑risk zones and prompted officials to reassess protocols for protecting government properties.
The incident occurred in the Chhattarpur area of Bhopal, a region known for housing senior government officials. The bungalow, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Mines Department, is surrounded by strict security protocols.
Local police have launched an investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage from the area. Security officials have increased patrols in the vicinity and are urging residents to report any suspicious activity.
The theft has sparked concerns over the adequacy of security measures in high‑risk zones and prompted officials to reassess protocols for protecting government properties.