Crime & Law · India
Thief wearing PM Modi mask attempts burglary in Rajasthan
A man wearing a mask featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's face was captured on CCTV attempting a burglary at a mobile shop in Rajasthan. The incident, which occurred in Bhilwara, involved the theft of an estimated 35 to 40 smartphones valued at Rs 4-5 lakh. Footage shows the individual attempting to break the shop's lock. The event has gained attention online, with some outlets noting the man's actions and the unusual mask choice.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 4 · Right 2 n = 7
- Left (1): The Hindu
- Centre (4): Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, The Print, The Times of India
- Right (2): India Today, Republic World