Patna, Feb 26 (NationPress) A momentous event transpired today at the esteemed Thawe Durga Temple, recognized as one of Bihar’s major Shakti Peeths. The gold and silver ornaments that were stolen during the theft on December 17/18, 2025, were officially returned to the temple management committee in compliance with court orders.

The retrieved items, which include the Goddess Durga's gold and silver crown, necklace, and umbrella (chhatra), were returned under strict legal protocols and heavy security measures.

From the early hours of the day, the temple premises were filled with devotees, with the sounds of “Mata Rani” resonating throughout the area.

The theft, which occurred on the night of December 17/18, 2025, created a significant disturbance in the district and caused considerable distress among the devotees.

A special investigation team was promptly established, led by Superintendent of Police Vinay Tiwari.

Thanks to the swift and coordinated actions of law enforcement, all the stolen ornaments were successfully retrieved, including the deity's crown, necklace, and umbrella.

Upon completing the investigation, the court issued orders for the release of the sacred jewelry, which was subsequently handed over to the Shri Shri Maa Durga Temple Trust Committee.

Present at the handover were the temple's chief priest, administrator Amarendra Dubey, and trust committee member Om Prakash Rai. The transfer was meticulously executed according to established protocols, ensuring full transparency and security throughout the process.

After the official handover, SP Vinay Tiwari visited the temple to perform rituals and ceremonially present the recovered ornaments back to Goddess Durga.

The atmosphere was charged with devotion as devotees expressed their gratitude and commended the police for restoring their faith.

On this occasion, Vinay Tiwari remarked, “On the night of December 17/18, 2025, a theft occurred at the Thawe Durga Temple. All the ornaments have been recovered. Today, following court directives, the jewelry was returned to the temple committee through the investigator. As per procedure, the ornaments were reverently dedicated again to Goddess Durga.”

Members of the temple management committee conveyed their heartfelt thanks to both the police and the judiciary, emphasizing that the incident transcended mere property loss; it was fundamentally about faith.

They further stated that the efficient and prompt police response has significantly bolstered the trust of the devotees.