A shocking event happened in Kolkata when a businessman named Timir Kanti Majumdar was kidnapped. He is a 50-year-old man who works as a loan agent. He lives in South 24 Parganas, a district near Kolkata. On May 28, 2025, he was suddenly kidnapped near the busy Netaji Bhavan metro station. No one expected such a thing to happen in a crowded area like that. It was a regular day when he was taken away. The kidnappers had a plan and carried it out quickly. This made his family very worried, especially his wife, who soon received a ransom message.
After kidnapping Timir Kanti Majumdar, the kidnappers sent a message to his wife. The message was sent through WhatsApp, which is a common messaging app. The kidnappers demanded a ransom of ₹5 lakh. This means they wanted his wife to pay ₹5 lakh if she wanted him to be safe and released. His wife, Tapasi, became scared and confused. She did not know what to do at first. In her panic, she sent ₹10,000 through UPI, which is a digital payment method. She hoped it would show the kidnappers that she was serious and wanted her husband back.
After sending the ₹10,000, Tapasi quickly went to the police. She filed a complaint and told them everything that had happened. The police took the case very seriously. They formed a special team to handle it. This team included officers from Bhowanipore Police Station and a Special Investigation Team (SIT). The police were quick and careful. They used the UPI transaction information to begin tracing the kidnappers. That small payment of ₹10,000 became the most important clue in the entire case. It helped the police begin their search with a clear direction and target.
The UPI payment helped the police track down one of the suspects. His name was Suman Bose. They found out that the UPI account that received the ₹10,000 belonged to him. He was located near Sukanta Setu in the southern part of Kolkata. The police went to that area and arrested him. After arresting him, the officers questioned him. Suman Bose gave them very important information. He told them about the other people involved in the kidnapping and also told them where the kidnapped businessman was being kept. This helped the police act quickly and save the victim in time.
Suman Bose told the police that Timir Kanti Majumdar was being held in a flat in Jadavpur. The flat was on the eleventh floor of a building located on SC Mullick Road. This road is in a crowded and busy area, which made the rescue operation more difficult. The police did not want the kidnappers to know they were coming. So, they planned everything carefully. They moved in fast, without making noise, and reached the building. The officers knocked on the door, went inside, and found the kidnapped businessman. He was sitting inside, tied up but alive and not badly hurt.
The police were able to rescue the businessman within four hours of receiving the complaint. This was a very fast operation. It showed how skilled and smart the Kolkata police are when it comes to solving such serious cases. The officers not only saved the victim but also arrested all the people involved. In total, five suspects were arrested. Their names were Sajal Bose, Sudip Mazumder, Suman Bose, Samir Kumar Deb, and Sandipan Das, who is also called Chima. All of them were arrested in the same area, and none of them were able to escape from the police.
All five men were from the Bijoygarh area in Kolkata. They knew each other and had planned the kidnapping together. The police believe that the main reason behind the kidnapping was money. There might have been a fight over money or some kind of business problem between the businessman and the kidnappers. They had decided to kidnap him and demand ransom to get the money they wanted. The police are still checking all details to understand the full story. But what is clear is that this group planned everything ahead of time and thought they could get away with it.
The businessman, Timir Kanti Majumdar, was very scared during the kidnapping. He did not know what the kidnappers would do to him. They kept him in a flat on a high floor, far from his home. He was tied up and not allowed to contact anyone. Luckily, the kidnappers did not hurt him badly. When the police rescued him, he was frightened but not seriously injured. He was taken to the hospital for a check-up and then returned to his family. His wife was very happy to see him safe again. She thanked the police for saving her husband’s life.
This case shows how fast and smart action by police can save lives. If Tapasi had not reported the matter quickly, or if the police had delayed the investigation, things could have ended very badly. The ₹10,000 she sent using UPI became the clue that helped the police find the criminals. It showed how digital money transfers can be used not only by criminals but also by police to catch them. It also shows how careful people need to be when using online payments and why such payments should always be tracked and reported during crimes.
People in Kolkata were surprised when they heard the news. They did not expect such a thing to happen in a place like Netaji Bhavan metro station, which is usually very busy and filled with people. They also said that it is scary that a group of five people could kidnap someone in such a place and take him away without anyone noticing. The police said they would check CCTV footage from the area to see how the kidnapping was done. This could help them improve safety and stop such crimes from happening in the future.
The police said that the case will now go to court. All five accused men will face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which is the legal code used in India for crimes. The police are collecting evidence and talking to witnesses. They want to make sure the kidnappers do not escape punishment. The court will hear the case and decide what kind of punishment they should get. It could be many years in jail. The police also said that this case should be a warning to others who think they can get away with crimes like this.
This case also shows the importance of quick thinking during a crisis. Tapasi acted bravely and wisely. Instead of waiting or hiding the matter, she went to the police right away. Her fast action helped save her husband’s life. She also used digital payment to give the police a lead. Many people praised her for being strong and calm during a very difficult time. Not everyone can do that when someone they love is in danger. Tapasi’s actions show that with courage and trust in the police, big problems can be solved quickly and safely.
The people who planned and carried out the kidnapping are now in jail. Their plan failed because they made a mistake by using a digital payment method. Once the police found the name behind the UPI account, it became easy to track the group. This shows that no matter how carefully a crime is planned, one small mistake can lead to capture. The police always say that technology can help catch criminals if people cooperate. This case proved that again. It also showed how a strong police team can work together and act fast to stop dangerous crimes.
The city police said they are now keeping a close watch on such groups. They want to stop future crimes like this. They are looking into whether this group had done other crimes before. Sometimes, criminals do many small crimes before doing a big one like kidnapping. The police will check their phone records, money records, and any old complaints against them. If they find anything, those cases will also be opened again. The police also plan to increase patrols near metro stations and busy public places to make sure everyone feels safe while going about their day.
In the days after the incident, many people praised the Kolkata police for their quick work. They said that it is good to know that the police are alert and ready to act in serious situations. The rescued businessman also thanked the officers who saved him. He said he would never forget what happened and how scared he was. His wife also thanked the police and told the media that she had feared the worst. She was grateful that her husband was saved. Their story was shared on news channels and social media, making many people feel proud of the police.
This story teaches many lessons. First, always report crimes to the police as soon as possible. Waiting can make things worse. Second, use digital payments carefully. In this case, it helped the police, but it also shows how criminals are using modern tools. Third, we must be aware of our surroundings. A man was kidnapped from a crowded place, and no one noticed. That means we all need to be more alert. Fourth, the police need our trust. They can solve cases, but only if people come forward and share what they know without fear or delay.
As the case moves forward in court, the people of Kolkata hope justice will be served. They want the kidnappers to be punished so that no one else dares to do such a thing again. Police said they will continue working hard to keep the city safe. They also said they will offer more training to officers on how to handle digital evidence. The rescued businessman has returned to his work and is trying to live a normal life again. But the memory of what happened will stay with him and his family for a very long time.
This case will be remembered as an example of fast action, brave decisions, and good police work. It started with a message asking for money and ended with a successful rescue and the arrest of all suspects. The city came together to support the victim and the police. Everyone hopes that lessons from this case will help prevent future crimes. People now feel more confident that the police are watching and will protect them. The rescued businessman is safe, the kidnappers are in jail, and Kolkata police have shown that justice can still be served—quickly and without fear.