Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The Indore Government Railway Police (GRP) has recovered 379 stolen mobile phones worth Rs 58 lakh in the past six months, using modern surveillance tools such as CCTV monitoring, proactive informant networks and other technical assistance.
The GRP’s coordinated operations to track and recover stolen mobile phones not only helped trace the theft cases but also led to the successful recovery of a significant number of stolen devices.
According to the GRP officials, they recovered 379 stolen mobile phones worth Rs 58,53,832 from October 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025. All recovered devices were returned to their rightful owners following legal procedures.
IN NUMBERS
2023: ·
Mobile theft cases: 1,413 ·
Phones recovered: 927 ·
Accused arrested: 957 ·
Recovery rate: 65.6% ·
Efforts on to recover the remaining 486 mobile phones
2024
Cases registered: 1,617*
Phones recovered: 651*
Accused arrested: 656*
Recovery rate: 40.2%*
Search on for remaining 966 mobile phones*
Safety guidelines issued by GRP ·
Never leave mobile phones unattended, especially at charging points.
·Keep valuable belongings within sight at all times in public spaces.
·Report suspicious behaviour immediately to the nearest GRP personnel.
·Secure your phone and other valuables near you while sleeping during travel.
·Avoid entrusting strangers with your belongings
