CP Warns of MCOCA, MPDA Action on Criminals Ahead of Bakri Eid–Shiv Rajyabhishek Weekend
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Nagpur: Commissioner of police Ravinder Singal has warned of strict against against the known troublemakers in the city, with plans to invoke MPDA, MCOCO and even externment orders ahead of Bakri Eid and Shiv Rajyabhishek, both of which fall on this weekend.
Addressing a citywide peace committee meeting at the police headquarters, Singal interacted with peace committee members, community leaders, religious representatives, and citizens from various police stations. The meeting aimed to ensure communal harmony and a peaceful atmosphere during the upcoming celebrations.
"We must not dwell on past incidents. Nagpur is a city of peace," said Singal, urging citizens to focus on building a stable and harmonious future.
"We need to move on from previous riots and look ahead with unity," he added.
Addressing members of the peace committee, Singal emphasized their critical role in maintaining law and order, calling them 'the eyes of the police'. He assured that all information and tip-offs from citizens would remain strictly confidential and encouraged the public not to hesitate in reporting suspicious or unlawful activities. "Tip-offs are the backbone of our operations," he said, revealing that many major crackdowns — including the recent Operation Thunder — were made possible because of vital leads from alert citizens.
The commissioner informed that police have already begun identifying and warning known anti-social elements across the city. Legal proceedings under the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities Act (MPDA) and the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) are currently in progress. Repeat offenders are also being considered for externment to ensure they cannot disrupt peace during the upcoming festivities.
"Simultaneously, we're cracking down on the illegal sale of liquor," Singal added. "We are also initiating action against the misuse of prescription drugs, which is becoming a growing concern in certain pockets of the city."
The police chief also urged citizens to engage positively during the festivities. He encouraged families to involve children in cultural and religious celebrations to promote harmony. Singal further called on youth and content creators to avoid provocative material and instead focus on making positive, culture-rich content and reels that celebrate the spirit of unity.
During the meeting, several critical issues were raised by citizens and community leaders. These included the need for increased night patrolling, especially in Central Nagpur and areas like Ganeshpeth, which has eight to ten active mosques. Residents requested that two police personnel be deployed at every major chowk to maintain law and order.
Another key concern was the improper transport of meat during the festival, with citizens urging that sacrificial meat be carried carefully to avoid blood dripping in public places, which has triggered tensions earlier.
Clarifications were also sought on buffalo sacrifices, with community representatives stating that while the meat is legal, misunderstandings, particularly when it's mistaken for beef, often lead to unrest.
Police were also urged to step up monitoring and enforcement around such situations and to increase public awareness about legal practices to prevent misinformation.
Waste management emerged as another significant issue.
Citizens expressed dissatisfaction with Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), citing delays in garbage collection and poor circulation of vehicles, especially in sacrifice zones. They requested increased deployment of NMC officials and vehicles to ensure cleanliness and hygiene during the festival.
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Key Points
* Police have initiated strict action under MPDA and MCOCA against known offenders ahead of Bakri Eid–Shivrajyabhishek weekend.
* Social media activity is under close watch; police will act firmly against those spreading provocative or inflammatory content.
* Citizens were assured that all tip-offs will remain completely confidential
* CP urged the public to report any suspicious or unlawful activity without hesitation — "Tip-offs are the backbone of our operations."
* Alerts from citizens have helped in major operations like Operation Thunder, and continued cooperation is vital
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