Two Gold Pendants Recovered from Bio-Toilet of Saurashtra Janata ExpressAfter 10-Day Search
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Two gold pendants lost by a passenger in the bio-toilet of the Saurashtra Janata Express were recovered by Bhavnagar Division’s technical team after a 10-day search.
The jewellery was found in the bio-toilet of coach B2 of train number 19218 following a sustained effort by railway staff after complaints were lodged through RailMadad and CPGRAMS.
Passenger Reports Lost Jewellery
A complaint was registered on RailMadad by Chiti Vishe on September 1, 2026, after she lost two gold pendants during the journey. A separate complaint was received through CPGRAMS on September 2.
The Bhavnagar Division coaching staff began searching for the jewellery soon after receiving the complaint. Initial checks focused on the bio-toilet’s S-trap and FRP chamber.
Railway staff also used an evacuation machine to remove the contents of the FRP chamber in an attempt to locate the pendants. The jewellery was not found during the initial search.
Coach Moved for Detailed Inspection
The search resumed after the concerned coach was moved to the Sick Line at the Bhavnagar Coaching Depot on September 11.
The bio-toilet was opened for a detailed technical inspection, with the team checking its various components systematically. After a prolonged search, both gold pendants were recovered.
Jewellery Kept in Safe Custody
The recovered jewellery has been placed in safe custody in accordance with railway procedures. The passenger was informed about the recovery over the phone.
The pendants will be handed back to the passenger after completion of the required formalities.
Railway Warns Against Disposing Items in Bio-Toilets
Officials from the Bhavnagar Division stated that the recovery was the result of coordinated efforts by the technical and coaching teams to resolve the passenger’s complaint.
Western Railway has also appealed to passengers not to throw prohibited or unwanted items into bio-toilets. Such objects can clog the system and affect its functioning.
