The event not only drew thousands of followers but also attracted the attention of a professional chain snatcher gang for whom the overcrowded venue in Mira Road turned out to be a virtual honeypot.
Gold chains and mangalsutras of 36 people, collectively valued at more than Rs 20 lakh, were stolen during the religious event. Six accused, alleged to be members of a gang from Rajasthan, were arrested; the gang is notorious for targeting people in crowded areas such as gatherings, fairs and religious events.