Mobile thefts at United Way Garba in Vadodara spark anger among attendees

Vadodara: More than 20 mobile phones were allegedly stolen from revellers attending the United Way of Baroda Garba on the first night of Navratri, raising concerns over security arrangements at one of the city’s most prominent Garba events.

According to reports, thieves took advantage of the large crowds and participants being engrossed in Garba to steal expensive mobile phones. The incidents triggered anger among revellers, who questioned the security arrangements at the venue.

Several mobile phones were stolen at the United Way of Baroda Garba event in Vadodara on the very first night of Navratri, triggering anger among attendees.
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Similar incidents were reported at the VNF Garba event on the opening night of Navratri, where several participants allegedly lost their mobile phones. Those affected reportedly approached Raopura police station to initiate the complaint process, with a long queue of people gathering to report the thefts.

The incidents have raised questions about security at Garba venues during the nine-day festival, despite police plans for extensive deployment and surveillance at Garba grounds, parking areas and isolated locations. DeshGujarat