A serious security breach occurred on September 6, 2025, when an individual impersonating a Navy officer absconded with an INSAS rifle and ammunition from Navy Nagar in Mumbai. The impersonator approached a junior Agniveer sailor, Alok Kaushal Kishore Singh, and claimed to be his replacement from the Quick Response Team, persuading Singh to leave his post. CCTV footage revealed the man throwing the weapon to an accomplice outside the naval premises. Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of Rakesh and Umesh Duballa, brothers involved in the theft, with Rakesh, a junior seaman, having previously served in the area and being familiar with naval protocols. The police are probing potential links to Naxal groups due to Umesh’s background. The incident has raised concerns about the security measures in place at naval installations, prompting the Navy to initiate a Board of Inquiry to reassess operational protocols and prevent such breaches in the future. This incident underscores the challenges faced by the Indian Navy in maintaining security, especially with the recent integration of the Agnipath Scheme which recruits young personnel into the armed forces. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek to determine if there was any insider involvement and to enhance security measures effectively.