Woman robbed in broad daylight in Delhi! 4 bike riders abscond, increased security concerns among people

A shocking robbery incident that took place in broad daylight in **Krishna Nagar** of East Delhi has again reignited the debate on women’s safety in the national capital. On **March 17, 2026** (Tuesday around 7:15 am), a woman named **Kanika Mehta** was allegedly attacked and her gold bracelet was robbed shortly after she dropped her daughter at a school bus stop near Vijay Chowk.

The CCTV footage, which is now going viral on social media platforms including When the woman protested, one of the accused attacked her with something heavy (possibly a gun), while the other waved the gun to scare her and a passerby who tried to intervene. The robbers ran away after snatching the jewellery; According to some reports, he also fired bullets in the air while escaping. The victim suffered minor injuries; Apart from the looting, there is no news of any major physical damage.

Delhi Police has registered a case at **Krishna Nagar Police Station** and started investigation, with CCTV footage being analyzed to identify the suspects (suspects are still absconding as of March 19). Authorities said the bikes used were stolen, highlighting a typical pattern in such crimes.

Internet users have expressed their anger and frustration on X and other platforms:

– Many condemned the passersby’s inaction: “The cowardice of passersby encourages such acts. If the public catches them, they won’t even think of doing the same in the future.”
– Others linked it to broader social issues: “When unemployment is so high, people will find some other way out… petty thefts like this will make them more fearless.”
– Widespread concern was expressed: “The people there could have saved this woman… If the capital is not safe, then no one anywhere is safe.”

The clip has been viewed thousands of times, sparking demands for tighter policing, improved CCTV surveillance, swift action against street crimes and community intervention. This highlights concerns about law and order in Delhi despite the heavy police presence, especially for women, who feel unsafe while going about their daily activities.

Other similar incidents—including another robbery at gunpoint in East of Kailash on the same day—have further strengthened demands for the immediate arrest of the criminals and preventive measures for security.