PS5 Consoles, Phones and Lakhs in Cash Looted at LPU Mall

Violence and looting were reported at Uni Mall on the Lovely Professional University (LPU) campus in Phagwara, Punjab, during the night of September 26-27. PS5 gaming consoles, mobile phones, laptops, expensive perfumes and large amounts of cash were reportedly stolen from several stores. Glass counters were smashed and shelves were emptied during the incident. One shopkeeper said even mobile phones handed over by customers for repairs were taken. However, shops selling books and stationery were reportedly left untouched.

Store owners have estimated significant financial losses. A departmental store manager said around ₹6-7 lakh in cash was missing from the counter and estimated the overall loss at ₹80-90 lakh, including merchandise worth ₹70-80 lakh. An electronics shopkeeper reported losing around ₹2 lakh in cash, with the total damage estimated at more than ₹50 lakh. PS5 consoles and premium perfumes, including Prada and Armani products, were among the reported losses. Videos of the incident have circulated on social media, showing masked individuals carrying away goods. The university is examining CCTV footage and has reportedly placed around 30-40 students under scrutiny as part of its inquiry.