Watch: Family in 1st AC caught stealing railway bedrolls; video sparks backlash

Passengers in the First AC coach of the Purushottam Express caught on video allegedly stealing bedrolls provided by Indian Railways, sparking outrage on social media.

The viral clip shows railway staff confronting a family accused of packing bedsheets and towels into their luggage at the platform. When questioned, the family reportedly said, “It’s a mistake,” while attempting to justify their actions.

The incident led to a verbal spat between railway staff and the family, drawing the attention of passersby.

One user on X wrote, “Travelling in 1st AC of Purushottam Express is a matter of pride. Yet some passengers don’t hesitate to steal the bedsheets meant for their comfort.”

Traveling in 1st AC of Purushottam express is a matter of pride itself.

But still people are there who don't hesitate to steal and take home those bedsheets supplied for additional comfort during travel. pic.twitter.com/0LgbXPQ2Uj

— ଦେବବ୍ରତ Sahoo 🇮🇳 (@bapisahoo) September 19, 2025

Another user on X wrote: "Such people are the reason why Indians are abused globally!"

A family travelling in 1st Class of Purushottam Express literally packed the bedrolls (provided by Railways) into their bags 🤦‍♂️

Such people are the reason why Indians are abused globally!pic.twitter.com/dylYQ7QzAO

— Trains of India (@trainwalebhaiya) September 20, 2025

Already battling challenges like overcrowding, cleanliness and food quality, Indian Railways is now facing a new problem -- alleged theft of its onboard property by passengers.