Ahmedabad Police crack 8 burglary cases, arrest 2 Chikhligar gang members after 600 CCTV review
Synopsis
Ahmedabad Police reviewed over 600 CCTV recordings in just two days to bust a Chikhligar gang cell, crack eight cold burglary cases, and recover ₹20.30 lakh in stolen property — a textbook example of surveillance-led policing that also exposes how prolific repeat offenders with double-digit prior cases continue to operate across Gujarat districts.
Key Takeaways
Ahmedabad Police arrested two alleged Chikhligar gang members on 2 August after a two-day investigation.
Investigators analysed more than 600 CCTV recordings and used technical intelligence and Trinetra Gandhinagar support to identify suspects.
Stolen property worth ₹20.30 lakh was recovered, including 18 tolas of gold jewellery , ₹2 lakh cash, a motorcycle, and a DVR.
The arrests led to detection of eight previously unsolved cases across Ramol , Vatva GIDC , and Amraiwadi police stations.
Arrested accused Ajaysingh alias Illo Sardar has 9 prior cases; Arjun Banjara has 14 prior cases across multiple Gujarat districts.
Third accused Shersingh alias Sheru Sardar remains at large; investigation is ongoing.
Ahmedabad Police on Sunday, 2 August solved eight previously undetected burglary and vehicle theft cases following a two-day investigation that required the analysis of more than 600 CCTV camera recordings, resulting in the arrest of two alleged members of the Chikhligar gang and the recovery of stolen property worth ₹20.30 lakh. The breakthrough, spanning multiple police stations across the city, underscores the growing role of surveillance infrastructure in cracking organised property crime in Gujarat.
How the Investigation Unfolded
The probe was set in motion after a burglary case was registered at Ramol Police Station on 29 July under Sections 305(A), 331(4) and 54 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Acting on directions from senior city police officers, a multi-unit task force was assembled under the supervision of Police Inspector V.D. Mori and Senior Police Inspector M.R. Chaudhary.
The joint team — comprising the Ramol Police surveillance squad, the Zone-8 Local Crime Branch (LCB), and the surveillance unit of Vatva GIDC Police Station — combed through CCTV footage from the crime site and suspected escape routes. Investigators also drew on technical intelligence, human sources, and support from Trinetra Gandhinagar to narrow down the suspects.
Arrests and Confessions
Specific intelligence led a police team to Anand district, where they arrested Ajaysingh alias Illo Sardar, 31, a resident of Navi Nagri in Khambhat taluka. During questioning, Ajaysingh reportedly confessed to carrying out the Ramol burglary alongside Arjun Banjara, 29, of Nadiad taluka in Kheda district, and a third accused, Shersingh alias Sheru Sardar of Khambhat.
Police subsequently arrested Arjun Banjara from Surat. The third accused, Shersingh alias Sheru Kalusing Sardar, remains at large and is currently listed as wanted.
Recovered Property and Case Detections
The arrests led to the recovery of 18 tolas of gold jewellery valued at ₹18 lakh, ₹2 lakh in cash, a stolen motorcycle worth ₹30,000, and a digital video recorder (DVR) — bringing the total value of recovered property to ₹20.30 lakh.
The detections covered eight previously unsolved cases: three at Ramol Police Station, three at Vatva GIDC Police Station, and two at Amraiwadi Police Station. All cases involve offences under BNS provisions relating to house-breaking, theft, and allied crimes.
Prior Criminal Record of the Accused
Police records indicate that both arrested accused carry extensive criminal histories across Gujarat. Ajaysingh alias Illo Sardar is named in nine earlier cases — including burglary, theft, and gambling — registered in Anand, Kheda, Surendranagar, and Mahisagar districts. Arjun Banjara faces 14 previous cases in Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, Rajkot, and Amreli districts, while the wanted accused Shersingh is linked to three earlier cases. Further investigation is ongoing.
Point of View
But it also raises an uncomfortable question: how did two accused with a combined 23 prior criminal cases across multiple Gujarat districts continue operating freely? The Chikhligar gang's persistent footprint — spanning Anand, Kheda, Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, and beyond — points to systemic gaps in inter-district information sharing rather than isolated police failure. Surveillance technology like Trinetra is only as effective as the follow-through on repeat offenders; the third accused remaining at large after a high-profile bust is a detail that deserves scrutiny.
NationPress
2 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Chikhligar gang members arrested by Ahmedabad Police?
The two arrested members are Ajaysingh alias Illo Sardar, 31, from Navi Nagri in Khambhat taluka, and Arjun Banjara, 29, from Nadiad taluka in Kheda district. A third accused, Shersingh alias Sheru Kalusing Sardar of Khambhat, remains wanted.
How many CCTV cameras did Ahmedabad Police analyse in this investigation?
Investigators reviewed footage from more than 600 CCTV cameras over two days, covering the crime site and suspected escape routes. They also used technical intelligence, human sources, and support from Trinetra Gandhinagar to identify the suspects.
What stolen property was recovered in the Chikhligar gang case?
Police recovered 18 tolas of gold jewellery worth ₹18 lakh, ₹2 lakh in cash, a stolen motorcycle valued at ₹30,000, and a digital video recorder (DVR). The total value of recovered property stands at ₹20.30 lakh.
How many cases were solved following the arrests?
Eight previously undetected cases were cracked — three at Ramol Police Station, three at Vatva GIDC Police Station, and two at Amraiwadi Police Station. All involve house-breaking, theft, and allied offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Do the arrested accused have prior criminal records?
Yes. Ajaysingh alias Illo Sardar is named in nine earlier cases across Anand, Kheda, Surendranagar, and Mahisagar districts, while Arjun Banjara faces 14 prior cases in Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, Rajkot, and Amreli districts. The wanted accused Shersingh is linked to three earlier cases.
