Hyderabad, Afzalgunj police arrested a thief, Annareddy Venkata Shiva Reddy alias Shiva (35), who stole 20 tolas of gold jewelry from the luggage of a female passenger traveling in a private bus.

Addressing a press conference, G. Chandramohan, Deputy Commissioner of Police for the Golconda Zone, said that the complainant, Dr. D.S. Keerthana (36), a resident of Galaxy Apartments, Kondapur, boarded a sleeper bus of Meena Travels from Srikantham Circle, Anantapur to Hyderabad on the night of April 12. The non-stop bus stopped only near Doni late at night. She reached MGBS Hyderabad at 6 a.m. on April 13.

While getting off the bus, she noticed that 20 tolas of gold jewelry were missing from her luggage. She immediately went to the Afzalgunj police station and filed a complaint. Under the leadership of Afzalgunj Inspector M. Mohan Rao, Detective Inspector B. Ravi Kiran registered the case and, after investigation, arrested the accused, Annareddy Venkata Shiva Reddy, a private employee and resident of Buddayapeta, Kurnool. The stolen 20 tolas of gold jewelry belonging to the complainant were seized from him.

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Investigation revealed that the accused was working as a supervisor at a More Supermarket. In addition to drinking alcohol, the accused was addicted to online betting. His hobbies were not being fulfilled by his income, leading him to resort to theft. He would move around in private buses traveling from Anantapur to Hyderabad and steal gold jewelry, cash, etc., from passengers’ luggage. Seven theft cases are registered against him at Anantapur One Town police, Kurnool Three Town police, Vijayawada police, Kadapa police, and Proddatur police stations. After his arrest, he was produced in court and sent to judicial custody.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad is a major city in southern India, known for its rich history as the capital of the Nizams, who ruled the princely state of Hyderabad from the 18th century until India’s independence in 1947. The city blends its historical heritage with modern development, featuring iconic landmarks like the Charminar and Golconda Fort. Today, it is a thriving hub for information technology and pharmaceuticals, earning it the nickname “Cyberabad.”

Afzalgunj

Afzalgunj is a historic locality in Hyderabad, India, named after the nobleman Afzal-ud-Daulah, the fifth Nizam of Hyderabad, who ruled in the mid-19th century. The area was developed as a residential and commercial hub during the Nizam’s era and is known for its vibrant markets and old architecture. Today, it remains a bustling neighborhood, reflecting the city’s rich cultural and historical heritage.

Golconda Zone

The Golconda Zone, located in Hyderabad, India, is historically centered around the Golconda Fort, a majestic fortress that served as the capital of the Qutb Shahi dynasty from the 16th to the 17th century. Renowned for its advanced acoustics, ingenious water supply systems, and the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond, the area was a thriving hub for diamond trade. Today, the Golconda Zone is a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate, offering visitors a glimpse into its storied past through its grand ruins and light-and-sound shows.

Kondapur

Kondapur is an archaeological site in Telangana, India, known for its ancient Buddhist stupa and monastery complex dating back to the Satavahana period (circa 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE). Excavations at the site have revealed relics, pottery, and structural remains, indicating it was a thriving Buddhist settlement and trade center. The site’s history reflects the region’s role in early Indian Buddhist culture and its connections to ancient trade routes.

Srikantham Circle

Srikantham Circle is a major traffic junction and landmark located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is named after the nearby Srikantham Temple, a historic Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu, which dates back to the 15th-16th centuries and reflects the region’s rich cultural and architectural heritage. The circle serves as a key transit point connecting several important roads and neighborhoods in the city.

Anantapur

Anantapur is a major city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, known historically as the “Rice Bowl of Andhra” due to its agricultural significance, particularly in groundnut and cotton cultivation. The city has a rich history dating back to the Vijayanagara Empire, and it is home to the famous ISKCON Temple, as well as being the birthplace of the renowned Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. Today, it serves as a key administrative and educational hub in the region.

MGBS Hyderabad

MGBS Hyderabad, officially known as Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station, is one of the largest and busiest bus terminals in India, located in the heart of Hyderabad. Originally built in the early 20th century as a tram terminus, it was later expanded and renamed in honor of Mahatma Gandhi. Today, it serves as a major transportation hub for Telangana State Road Transport Corporation buses, connecting Hyderabad to various cities across the region.

Kurnool

Kurnool is a historic city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, serving as the state’s capital from 1953 to 1956. It is known for landmarks like the Konda Reddy Fort, which dates back to the 12th-century Vijayanagara Empire and was later used by the British. The city also lies near the Belum Caves, the second-largest cave system in India, adding to its cultural and geological significance.