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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Gadchiroli Police Nab Truck Drivers in Hit-and-Run Case from Chhattisgarh, 450km Away
Nagpur: Gadchiroli police apprehended a truck driver and his co-driver from Korba in Chhattisgarh, around 450km from the site of a tragic hit-and-run incident that killed four children and injured two others on the Armori-Gadchiroli highway near Mauja Katli on August 7. The arrests were made on Saturday, cracking the case within 48 hours through a technical probe. The truck, transporting tomatoes from Anantapur to Raipur, was identified through a meticulous investigation leveraging RTO speed detection cameras and toll naka CCTV camera records. The horrific accident occurred early in the morning when an unidentified truck struck six children out for a walk and physical exercises. Two children died instantly, and two others succumbed to their injuries during treatment. The surviving victims, aged 13 and 14, were airlifted to a private hospital in Nagpur, where they underwent surgery and are now stable. Superintendent of police (SP) Gadchiroli, Neelotpal, who led the investigation, explained that the breakthrough came by analysing toll naka data and RTO cameras to pinpoint the vehicle's registration number and cross-referencing it with the timing of the accident, established through an eyewitness's phone call to family. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Most Women Have No Idea This Household Item Fades Dark Spots Overnight Undo by Taboola by Taboola "We initially intercepted a vehicle at Korchi nakabandi, but the actual truck was traced between Bhilai and Korba in Chhattisgarh," Neelotpal stated. The truck, along with driver Pravin Balkrishna Kolhe (26) and co-driver Sunil Shriram Margaye (47), both from Gondia, was detained after confirming the vehicle's owner. Neelotpal added, "We utilised CCTV footage, eyewitness accounts, and forensic support from Nagpur Forensic Laboratory to crack the case within 48 hours." The accused will be presented before the court as investigations continue to ensure justice for the victims' families. In a separate case, Gadchiroli police also filed charges against the owner of a vehicle showroom in Armori following a structural collapse that claimed three lives on Friday. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
NDTV
21-07-2025
- NDTV
Maharashtra's Gadchiroli Police Trains Tribal Youth In AI, Web Development
Maharashtra: The Gadchiroli Police Skilling Institute is revolutionising the lives of tribal youth in Naxal-affected villages by providing training in cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), software development, and web development. Led by Superintendent of Police Neelotpal, this initiative has empowered over 210 youth to acquire formal skills and secure real-world opportunities. "The Gadchiroli Police Office was awarded certification by the state's Skill Development Department. With this, we started the Gadchiroli Police Skilling Institute, offering structured courses in software and web development. In the past 1.5 years, over 210 youth from Naxal-hit villages have received formal training, cleared their exams, and are ready for real-world opportunities. Looking ahead, we've begun training them in Artificial Intelligence tools to ensure they're future-ready," said SP Neelotpal. Certified by the Maharashtra Government's Skill Development Department, the institute has become a beacon of hope for tribal youth, offering professional courses in Software Development, Web Development, and now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools. The institute has introduced AI literacy at the grassroots level, recognising the global demand for AI-powered solutions. Students learn AI tool usage, automation, data structuring, and content generation. For decades, Gadchiroli has struggled with poverty, limited access to education, and violence. Many of the region's youth had never touched a computer before. Today, inside this police-backed institute, these same youth are coding, building websites, and experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva AI, no-code automation platforms, and basic machine learning modules. What sets this program apart is its integration of AI literacy at the grassroots level. Recognising global demand for AI-powered solutions, the institute has introduced modules on AI tool usage, from automation and data structuring to content generation. Students are taught not just coding but also how to think digitally, solving real-life problems using technology. This police-led development model is showing promising results, changing the narrative in a region long plagued by extremism. Local communities now see the police as partners in development. The Gadchiroli Police Skilling Institute is now being hailed as a replicable model for other conflict-affected and underserved regions in India. It shows how law enforcement, when paired with education and forward-thinking leadership, can sow the seeds of long-term peace and prosperity. As one trainer put it, "This is not just about skills -- it's about dignity, confidence, and hope. And hope is the strongest force we can build in Gadchiroli." Students are taught coding, web development, and digital problem-solving skills, enabling them to think digitally and tackle real-life challenges. Akshay Suresh Alam, a student from Dhanora, expresses gratitude for the police-led initiative, saying, "We are provided with training for web development, and all the computer-related knowledge right from scratch. Now, we are also being taught about AI." The institute's focus on AI and technology ensures that students are future-ready and equipped to contribute to the region's growth and prosperity. Akansha Bharat Vandke, a student from Armori taluka, appreciates the training, stating, "I was completely unaware of how to use technology. However, now, after being trained for programming, software, and web development, we use it to our advantage." This initiative demonstrates the potential of law enforcement and education combined to drive positive change and development in conflict-affected regions.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
In a first, State-run bus service starts in Maoist-hit Maharashtra village
A remote village in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district, which was once a Maoist hotbed, has now become accessible with the starting of the State-run bus service in the area for the first time since independence, police said. As the first bus rolled into the Markanar village on Wednesday (July 16, 2025), bringing it on the State road transport network, locals welcomed it and cheered by waving the national flag. The service will benefit nearly 1,200 residents, including students, from Marknar and nearby villages, a police release said. The bus service from the remote Markanar village to Aheri has been started for the first time since independence following efforts by the Gadchiroli police, it claimed. Gadchiroli district, known for its tribal population and Maoist affected areas, has long struggled with poor connectivity. The Markanar village is located at the foothills of Abujhmad, which was a Maoist stronghold, in Bhamragad subdivision of Gadchiroli district. Villagers for the first time witnessed the bus service in their area on Wednesday. They gathered to welcome the State transport service, brainchild of Gadchiroli Superintendent of Police Neelotpal, by waving the tricolour, the release said. The service will benefit more than 1,200 residents, particularly patients, students and other daily commuters, from villages like Markanar, Murumbhushi, Phulnar, Koparshi, Poyarkothi and Gundurwahi, it said. The Gadchiroli police have undertaken several infrastructure projects to ease transportation in remote regions. On January 1, 2025, bus services were launched on Gatta-Gardewada-Wangeturi route, and from Katezhar to Gadchiroli on April 27, the release said. In the last five years, 20 roads of 420.95 kilometres and 60 bridges were constructed in the district and completed under the protection of the Gadchiroli police, it added.
Mint
17-07-2025
- General
- Mint
In a first, state-run bus service starts in Naxal-hit Maharashtra village
Gadchiroli, Jul 17 (PTI) A remote village in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district, which was once a Naxal hotbed, has now become accessible with the starting of the state-run bus service in the area for the first time since independence, police said. As the first bus rolled into the Markanar village on Wednesday, bringing it on the state road transport network, locals welcomed it and cheered by waving the national flag. The service will benefit nearly 1,200 residents, including students, from Marknar and nearby villages, a police release said. The bus service from the remote Markanar village to Aheri has been started for the first time since independence following efforts by the Gadchiroli police, it claimed. Gadchiroli district, known for its tribal population and Naxal affected areas, has long struggled with poor connectivity. The Markanar village is located at the foothills of Abujhmad, which was a Naxal stronghold, in Bhamragad subdivision of Gadchiroli district. Villagers for the first time witnessed the bus service in their area on Wednesday. They gathered to welcome the state transport service, brainchild of Gadchiroli Superintendent of Police Neelotpal, by waving the tricolour, the release said. The service will benefit more than 1,200 residents, particularly patients, students and other daily commuters, from villages like Markanar, Murumbhushi, Phulnar, Koparshi, Poyarkothi and Gundurwahi, it said. The Gadchiroli police have undertaken several infrastructure projects to ease transportation in remote regions. On January 1, 2025, bus services were launched on Gatta-Gardewada-Wangeturi route, and from Katezhar to Gadchiroli on April 27, the release said. In the last five years, 20 roads of 420.95 kilometres and 60 bridges were constructed in the district and completed under the protection of the Gadchiroli police, it added.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Time of India
24 Gadchiroli Guardians Charged For Allowing Minors To Drive Without Licence
Nagpur: In a stringent crackdown on traffic violations, Gadchiroli Police registered cases against 24 guardians for permitting their minor children to operate two-wheelers without valid licences. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The action was taken during a special checkpoint operation conducted at five key locations across the city on June 29 and July 3, aimed at curbing rising accidents and ensuring disciplined traffic movement. The initiative comes in response to an alarming increase in road accidents in Gadchiroli, a district once known as a backward Maoist hotbed but now rapidly transforming into a steel hub. Economic development and a surge in personal vehicle ownership have led to growing traffic congestion, reckless driving, other violations, and a spike in accidents, particularly involving minors. Superintendent of Police (SP) Gadchiroli, Neelotpal, issued directives to enforce strict legal action against errant drivers to promote road safety. "The spurt in sales of two-wheelers has come with a challenge for police to enforce the traffic rules as urbanisation in Gadchiroli after the Maoist fall is significant. We have observed a striking rise in minors engaging in rash two-wheeler driving and involving in critical accidents," said Neelotpal. During the recent operation, police identified several minors riding two-wheelers without licences, holding their guardians accountable under Section 199(A) of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. This law imposes severe penalties on guardians or vehicle owners who allow minors to drive, including up to three years of imprisonment, a fine of Rs25,000, or both. Minors involved face proceedings under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, before the Juvenile Justice Board. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The police also seized vehicles involved in these violations, signalling a zero-tolerance approach. SP Neelotpal emphasized, "Allowing minors to drive without licence endangers lives and disrupts public safety. Parents must ensure compliance with traffic rules." He warned that enforcement drives would intensify to maintain vigilance. Gadchiroli's rapid economic growth has brought new challenges. Once plagued by insurgency, the district is now witnessing increased vehicular traffic due to industrial projects and improved connectivity. The establishment of steel plants and infrastructure development has attracted workers and businesses, boosting vehicle ownership. However, this progress has been marred by a rise in social and traffic-related crimes, said a police source. Unregulated driving, speeding, and underage driving have contributed to a 30% increase in road accidents over the past year, according to police data. The district's transformation into a steel hub has amplified the need for robust traffic management to prevent further chaos on its roads. The operation was led by SP Neelotpal, with additional SP (Administration) Satya Sai Karthik, additional SP Gadchiroli Gokul Raj, and sub-divisional police officer Suraj Jagtap overseeing the effort. Inspector Vinod Chavan of Gadchiroli Police Station, along with traffic branch sub-inspector Sharad Meshram and other personnel, executed the campaign with precision.
