Police Investigate Rs 2 Crore Jewellery Theft at Travancore Royal's Kowdiar Palace

Jewellery worth Rs 2 crore was stolen from the Travancore Royal Family's Kowdiar Palace in Kerala, with the theft believed to have occurred between October and November 2025. The stolen items, including antique pieces, were kept in a locker inside a bedroom. The family initially thought the jewellery was misplaced and filed a formal police complaint in March 2026. Police investigations focus on palace staff and former employees, examining security protocols and collecting evidence such as fingerprints to identify the culprits.