Ahmedabad Factory Theft: Four Workers Steal 3.5 Tonnes of Stainless Steel Worth ₹6.30 Lakh, Flee to Rajasthan
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Workers allegedly sold 3,549 kg of SS 304 raw material in the scrap market; confessed to theft but fled after promising factory owner that the loss could be recovered from their salaries
Ahmedabad: In a case of alleged betrayal of trust, four workers employed at a stainless steel manufacturing unit in Ahmedabad's Nikol-Kathwada GIDC allegedly stole 3,549 kg of raw material worth ₹6.30 lakh and sold it in the scrap market before fleeing to Rajasthan.
The accused, who had been employed at the factory since January 2026, reportedly confessed to the theft when confronted by the owner during an inventory check. They allegedly offered to have the value of the stolen material deducted from their salaries but subsequently disappeared without notice and refused to return to work.
Following a complaint by the factory owner, Nikol Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the theft and the possible involvement of scrap dealers who purchased the stolen material.
Four Workers Allegedly Sell 3,549 Kg of Stainless Steel
According to the complaint, the factory is owned by Dudararam Khiyaram Jat (Chaudhary), 32, a resident of Madhavanta Flats near Satyam School on Odhav-Singarva Road.
He operates a unit named Shree Pithal SS from Shed No. 30 at Radhe Krishna Hub on Bhuvaldi Road in Nikol-Kathwada GIDC.
The factory manufactures stainless steel products, including windows, doors, balcony railings and staircases. It uses SS 304 raw material, which is processed into strips through eight machines.
The owner had entrusted the responsibility of hiring workers to an acquaintance, Khetaram Jat, through whom four workers from Rajasthan were recruited.
Workers Hired on ₹15,000 Monthly Salary
The four accused were employed from January 15, 2026, on a monthly salary of ₹15,000, which included accommodation and meals.
They have been identified as:
- Ajay Nagaram Jat – Resident of Piprali Patiya, Gudamalani taluka, Balotra district, Rajasthan.
- Nareshkumar Bheraram Jat – Resident of Piprali Patiya, Gudamalani taluka, Balotra district, Rajasthan.
- Gomaram Bhiyaram Jat – Resident of Piprali Patiya, Gudamalani taluka, Balotra district, Rajasthan.
- Gevarram Madaram Jat – Resident of Kotala, Dhorimanna taluka, Barmer district, Rajasthan.
Theft Discovered During September 5 Inventory Audit
The alleged theft came to light on September 5, 2026, when the factory owner conducted an inventory check and noticed that stainless steel strips of different sizes were missing.
When questioned, the four workers allegedly admitted that they had stolen and sold approximately 3,549 kg of SS 304 raw material because they needed money.
According to their alleged confession, the material was sold in the scrap market for approximately ₹6.30 lakh, and the proceeds were divided equally among the four.
The workers reportedly asked the owner to recover the loss by deducting the amount from their salaries.
Workers Flee to Rajasthan After Promising to Repay Loss
Despite their alleged admission and assurance that the stolen material's value could be recovered through salary deductions, the workers did not continue working at the factory.
On September 14, 2026, all four allegedly left for their respective hometowns in Rajasthan without informing the owner. They subsequently refused to return to work.
The factory owner reportedly attempted to resolve the matter through social and informal channels and recover the stolen property. However, after those efforts failed, he approached Nikol Police and lodged a formal complaint.
Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation.
Scrap Dealers Who Purchased Steel Also Under Police Scanner
An important aspect of the investigation is identifying where and how the accused disposed of more than 3.5 tonnes of stainless steel.
Investigators are likely to examine whether the material was transported in a single consignment or removed from the factory in smaller quantities over a period of time.
The movement of vehicles in industrial areas is generally monitored through CCTV cameras, which could help investigators trace the transportation of the stolen material.
Police are also expected to examine whether the accused sold the steel to local scrap dealers or other factory operators at below-market prices without proper bills or documentation.
Those found to have knowingly purchased stolen property could also face legal action.
The investigation will seek to establish the circumstances in which such a substantial quantity of industrial raw material was removed, identify its buyers and trace the proceeds allegedly shared among the four accused.
