HUBBALLI – In a daring midnight heist, unidentified miscreants broke into the well-known Ayodhya Upachar Hotel in Hubballi, decamping with ₹2.5 lakh in cash. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, has sparked concerns regarding the safety of commercial establishments in the city’s business hubs.
The Incident
According to preliminary reports, the thieves gained entry into the premises by breaking through a secondary entrance after the hotel had closed for the day. Once inside, they targeted the cash counter and office area. The theft was discovered early in the morning when the staff arrived to open the restaurant for breakfast service.
Upon finding the cash drawer ransacked and the locks broken, the management immediately alerted the local police.
Police Investigation
The Hubballi police, along with a team of forensic experts and a canine unit, arrived at the spot shortly after the report. Officers have collected fingerprint samples and are currently scanning CCTV footage from the hotel and surrounding buildings to identify the suspects.
“We have registered a case and are investigating all angles. The culprits appear to have monitored the hotel’s closing routine before striking,” said a senior police official.
Local Impact
Ayodhya Upachar is a popular eatery in the region, and news of the burglary has sent ripples through the local business community. Shop owners in the vicinity have urged the police to increase night patrolling to prevent such incidents in the future.
This robbery comes at a time when local authorities are already under pressure to curb rising petty crimes and burglaries in the Hubballi-Dharwad twin cities.
About Ayodhya Upachar
Ayodhya Upachar is recognized for its traditional South Indian cuisine and is a frequent stop for both locals and travelers passing through Hubballi. The hotel management has stated they are cooperating fully with the authorities to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.
Reporting by Pan Asia Biz News Desk
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