Addition to Delivery boys’ nightmare after dark

“Thefts in Sanjaynagar have become routine; my Rs 4,000 and wallet were stolen while working, leaving delivery workers like me feeling unsafe every day. I have reported the incident to the police on February 12

— Raj Narwade, delivery partner

“I was delivering a pizza order worth Rs 2,700 in Naregaon when 5 to 7 armed men surrounded me and snatched the entire order. I was helpless and feared for my life. I immediately reported the incident to the police on February 8, but such attacks remain a constant threat.”

— Rohit Patil, delivery partner

“In Cidco, threats against delivery partners have become routine. If we refuse to hand over orders, we are intimidated and warned not to approach the police. We are forced to stay silent due to fear. This is a serious issue.”

— Ram Bhanapure, delivery partner

(Names changed to protect anonymity)

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No major cases in Naregaon

“Only a few such incidents have been officially reported in Naregaon and Sanjaynagar so far. However, there is a strong possibility that unidentified groups are roaming in Sanjaynagar at night, targeting delivery partners and stealing parcels.”

- Somnath Jadhav, police inspector, MIDC CIDCO police station.

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No theft cases reported this month

“Some incidents were reported last month, but less cases have been registered so far this month. We are gathering information, and appropriate action will be taken based on our findings.”

— Ratnakar Nawale, deputy commissioner of police (crime)