Actor Sangeeta Bijlani has expressed deep concern over her safety following a disturbing break-in at her farmhouse near Pavana Dam in Pune. The incident, which occurred three months ago, involved vandalism, theft, and the scrawling of obscene graffiti on the walls of her property. The actor has since criticized the slow progress of the police investigation and stated that the lack of resolution has left her feeling unsafe.
The break-in took place while Bijlani was away from the property. According to her, the intruders caused significant damage to household items including refrigerators, televisions, and furniture. They also stole Rs 50,000 in cash and a TV worth Rs 7,000. However, what shook her most was the nature of the vandalism — with obscene messages written on the walls — which she described as “disturbing and scary.”
“This is the first time I am feeling unsafe and a little afraid,” she told PTI, revealing that the incident has prompted her to apply for a firearm license. Bijlani recently met with Pune Rural Superintendent of Police Sandip Singh Gill to discuss the case and request urgent action. She said that she had never previously considered owning a firearm, but the gravity of the incident has forced her to rethink her personal security.
“In the wake of this incident, I have sought a firearm licence from the Pune rural police. As a woman, if I go alone to the house, I think some sort of protection needs to be there,” Bijlani explained. She also stressed that her concerns are not just personal, but reflect a larger issue affecting the entire Pavana community.
“There are several residents in Pavana, including senior citizens and families. Safety is important. Lately, because of these incidents, the residents of the Pavana area are feeling unsafe,” she added.
SP Gill reportedly assured her that the investigation is ongoing and that the police are committed to bringing the culprits to justice. Bijlani hopes that authorities will speed up the probe and take strict action to prevent such incidents in the future.
The break-in has not only unsettled Bijlani but also raised broader concerns about the safety of residents in the increasingly popular but relatively remote Pavana region.