Burden of Silence in Barbil: Theft Unfolds, Lakhs Recovered, Crores Rumored—Public Demands Truth Behind Police Quiet

Barbil (OT webdesk) : A recent theft at the office of an iron ore transport contractor has unsettled the town of Barbil. Despite the passage of seven days, there has been no press briefing or official statement. The police’s silence has sparked widespread speculation and concern among citizens.

Sources indicate that three individuals have been arrested and lakhs of rupees recovered. However, when local conversations suggest the stolen amount may be in crores, and the police confirm only lakhs, the discrepancy raises serious questions. Is the full truth being withheld?

The FIR filed at the Barbil police station reports a theft of Rs. 33,70,000. The transport company involved was incorporated on July 5 and is said to have links to a prominent political family. This connection has intensified public suspicion that political pressure may be influencing the handling of the case.

Senior district officials are reportedly part of the investigation, yet the process remains shrouded in secrecy. No press releases have been issued, and media outlets have received no updates, leaving room for rumours to flourish.

Across Barbil, residents are voicing their concerns. They are asking whether the theft was truly limited to lakhs, why no official information has been shared, and whether political influence is obstructing transparency.

The people of Barbil are now demanding clarity. They want the actual amount revealed, the accused held accountable, and the police to fulfil their duty with openness. When law enforcement remains silent and the public demands answers, the very principles of democracy are put to the test.

This incident is more than a theft—it is a challenge to public trust. Barbil is asking where the truth lies, and until that truth emerges, the questions will only grow louder. The community is no longer content with headlines; it seeks justice, transparency, and accountability.