Elephant tusks stolen from the President’s Office

Authorities in Nepal have arrested six individuals and recovered two elephant tusks that were stolen from the President's Office during protests in September 2025. The tusks, decorative items mounted on the walls of Sheetal Niwas, went missing amidst significant unrest.

During the Gen Z protests on September 8 and 9, 2025, the President's Office, which is normally guarded by the Nepal Army, faced vandalism and arson. Protesters damaged and burned furniture, photographs, and other items within the presidential residence. It was during this chaotic period that the elephant tusks were taken.

Nearly nine months after the incident, the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office conducted an operation leading to the arrests in the New Bus Park and Manmaiju areas. Senior Superintendent of Police Santosh Khadka confirmed the arrests, stating, "Our team has arrested those involved in the theft of the elephant tusks. We are continuing further investigation."

While the names of the arrested individuals have not been released, reports indicate they cut the tusks into pieces for personal use as decorative items. The investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of the operation and any other individuals involved.

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Our team has arrested those involved in the theft of the elephant tusks. We are continuing further investigation.