- Nagpur Police initiates large security drive after increased security concerns
- The policy focuses on protection of vulnerable groups, mainly women and older adults
- The campaign aims to enhance outreach policing, build trust, and enhance public awareness
To address increasing safety issues, Nagpur Police has initiated a mega-security drive aimed at safeguarding vulnerable sections, particularly women and elderly citizens. The campaign incorporates technology, patrolling, and public interactions to enhance public trust and awareness.
To enhance access to assistance, QR codes have been placed on 330 strategic locations identified with the use of crime data. These codes give easy access to emergency contacts and safety tips. This follows last year's identification of 179 'dark spots' in the city, with the list now having been refreshed based on recent cases and threat evaluation.
The action comes on the heels of a string of incidents, including a raid on a women's hostel in Hingna and robberies on senior citizens. Under the leadership of CP Ravinder Singal and Joint CP Navinchandra Reddy, the city police have stepped up surveillance and initiated innovative outreach drives.
Among the most significant upgrades are the increases in all-women Damini units, which now have five patrol cars dedicated to them, up from two. The 19-officer unit is currently patrolling high-risk areas and has been issued updated patrol lists for focused action.
Senior Inspector Seema Surve, who is in charge of the Bharosa Cell and the Damini teams, stated the teams are also organizing training sessions in more than 650 schools. The sessions cover legal rights, emergency response, and safety measures for young girls.
Police squads are also approaching women in public areas like bus stops and parks to give them advice and create awareness. Another CP (Crime Branch) Vasant Pardeshi emphasized the need for interactive policing, which also involves one-to-one counseling sessions for women and girls on not venturing into isolated or dark spots.
The program is also being taken to 291 elderly residents living alone, who are being regularly visited and assisted. "We want to provide both physical security and emotional comfort," Vasant stated.
CP Singal stressed the need for public trust: "We plan to make a safer city through technology, active policing, and effective interaction with citizens."
