Mandya: Over ₹8 lakh cash found in beggar’s house after her death
Over ₹8 lakh in cash discovered in the home of a deceased beggar in Mandya, raising questions about her hidden wealth.
Local residents and community leaders reportedly discovered more than 30 bags containing cash and other valuables.
Published - August 24, 2026 05:28 pm IST - Bengaluru
The deceased, identified as Hoor-Un-Nisa, who had been living alone since the death of her unmarried sister two years ago | Photo Credit: Special arrangement
More than ₹8 lakh in cash has been found in the rented house of an elderly woman who survived by begging in Guthalu locality of Mandya, following her death on Sunday (August 23, 2026).
The deceased has been identified as Hoor-Un-Nisa, who had been living alone since the death of her unmarried sister two years ago. The two sisters had reportedly lived together for several decades and depended largely on alms for their livelihood.
After Hoor-Un-Nisa died of age-related ailments, local residents and community leaders entered the house to make arrangements for her funeral. During a search of the premises, they reportedly discovered more than 30 bags containing cash and other valuables.
Nearly 20 bags are yet to be opened and counted, raising the possibility that the total cash could be considerably higher. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement
Community volunteers and leaders initially opened some of the bags and counted around ₹8 lakh in cash. Nearly 20 bags are yet to be opened and counted, raising the possibility that the total cash could be considerably higher.
The recovered money has been kept at a local mosque in Guthalu for safekeeping. Community leaders have also contacted the deceased woman’s surviving relatives.
The remaining bags are expected to be opened and the cash officially counted in the presence of the relatives, officials and community representatives. A decision on the lawful handover of the money will be taken after the rightful claimant to the funds is established.
Published - August 24, 2026 05:28 pm IST
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