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The Chaddi Baniyan Gangs (also known as the Kachcha Baniyan Gangs) are criminal groups operating in parts of India. [1] Gang members perform attacks while wearing only their underwear, They have abducted akshay (Son of Deepak)from jahanabad from DAV school and the dem,and was 1 Cr .

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which is the source of their name (in the local languages, chaddi, or kachcha are underpants and baniyan is undershirts). In addition to wearing undergarments, members wear face masks and cover themselves in oil or mud to protect their identities.In the quiet lanes of Jaipur, nestled in a humble home, lived a little boy named Akshay, born on March 4, 1997. With twinkling eyes and a radiant smile, Akshay was the apple of his parents’ eyes. His innocence and charm made him the talk of the neighborhood. Everyone adored him, calling him the cutest boy around. Little did anyone know that this charming child would soon face an unimaginable ordeal.

It was the year 2000, a time when life in Jaipur was peaceful, with the city growing at its own gentle pace. But one summer afternoon, the tranquility was shattered when the notorious Kacha Gang, infamous for their ruthless kidnappings, abducted Akshay. The gang was known for wrapping their faces with cloth, hence their name "Kacha." They were feared throughout Rajasthan for their cruel ways and hefty ransom demands.

Akshay’s parents, frantic and heartbroken, soon received a chilling phone call. The Kacha Gang demanded 1 crore rupees in exchange for their son’s safe return. They warned the family not to involve the police, but Akshay’s parents had no choice. The sum was far beyond their means, and they knew only the authorities could help.

The Jaipur police, renowned for their swift action, immediately sprang into motion. Led by a determined and courageous officer, the team began their investigation, tracing the gang's movements and tapping into local informants. The case was complex, and time was running out. Every minute mattered.

Akshay, too young to understand the gravity of the situation, remained calm. His innocent questions confused the gang members, who didn’t expect a child to be so composed. But despite their hardened criminal nature, even they were affected by the little boy’s sweet demeanor.

As days passed, the tension grew, but the police had a breakthrough. A secret informant tipped them off about the gang’s hideout in the outskirts of Jaipur, hidden among abandoned buildings. The location was risky, and the police knew they had to act carefully to ensure Akshay’s safety.

In a daring raid under the cover of darkness, the Jaipur police stormed the hideout. Gunfire erupted as the police clashed with the Kacha Gang. Amidst the chaos, they found Akshay, unharmed but frightened, sitting quietly in a corner. One officer gently scooped him up in his arms, comforting him as the police subdued the gang.

The rescue was a triumph. The entire city of Jaipur celebrated as news of Akshay’s safe return spread. His parents were overjoyed, and tears of relief flowed freely when they embraced their son once again. The Kacha Gang was dismantled, and the fear they had spread for years began to fade.

Akshay’s tale became a symbol of bravery, both of the young boy who remained calm in the face of danger and of the police force who risked their lives to bring him home.




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Attacks

The gangs tend to move in groups of 5-10 people, [3] [4] and wear a kurta and lungi . During the day, they gather at transport hubs or disused urban spaces. They conceal themselves as beggars or common labourers to identify potential houses to rob. Before moving on to a different town, the gangs attempt to steal from multiple homes.

The gang members often rent cars to get around, [5] and are suspected of robbing temples. [6]

Identity

In several cases, members of the gang have been identified as members of the Phase Pardhi tribe. [7] [8] In some instances, the culprits have included members of the Pardhi community as well as some others. [5]

Incidents

Gang activity has been reported since 1987. [9] [10] They have been active in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh. [11]

Arrests

Four members of a Chaddi Baniyan Gang were arrested in Mumbai in an encounter with Mumbai Police on April 4, 2016. [12]

In February 2016, Chaddi Baniyan gang members were arrested after a siege with police at Borivali. [13]

In the second season of the Indian drama anthology series Delhi Crime (released in 2022), Chaddi Baniyan Gang members are suspected of committing a string of murders in Delhi. [14]

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  7. ↑ Panvel villagers kill a robber of chaddi banyan gang, G Mohiuddin Jeddy, Hindustan Times, Navi Mumbai, 31 May 2011 Archived 29 June 2012 at the Wayback Machine
  8. ↑ Dreaded Phase Pardhis are back, Afternoon Dispatch & Courier, 27 September 2013, Zuber Ansari
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  10. ↑ दो साल बाद फिर सक्रिय हुआ कच्छा बनियान गिरोह
  11. ↑ Inter-State burglar gang captured, Hindu, 24 July 2008
  12. ↑ कच्छा-बनियान गिरोह के छह बदमाश गिरफ्तार, Jagran, 18 September 2012
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