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Time of India
26-07-2025
- Time of India
Cop Launch ‘Operation Shakti' To Bust Human Trafficking Rackets
Nagpur: The Nagpur city police have hit the streets with 'Operation Shakti', a campaign aimed at curbing human trafficking . With the city ranked third in Maharashtra — just behind Mumbai and Pune — in trafficking of women and minors, cops are now tightening the noose with increased surveillance, raids and awareness campaigns. Under Operation Shakti, police will begin crackdowns at hotels, spas, and massage centres suspected of being used as fronts for trafficking. Specially designed plaques displaying emergency helpline numbers (1098, 112, and 1930) along with key messages from the police will be prominently displayed at these locations. These efforts are backed by a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at identifying and disrupting trafficking networks. CP Ravinder Singal said, "Trafficking for prostitution, child labour, organ trade, and early marriages must be stopped. In the last two years, we've intensified our work, and Operation Shakti is the result of multiple reviews and encouraging outcomes," said Singal. He highlighted recent operations, including the rescue of five minor girls from the Ganga Jamuna red-light area. "Children, knowingly or unknowingly, become victims, especially through mobile phones and social media. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Live Comfortably: 60m2 prefabricated bungalow for the elderly in Sarandi Pre Fabricated Homes | Search Ads Search Now Undo Often, they don't report these situations. That's why we've started programmes like 'Police Didi' and 'Police Kaka' to build trust and conduct awareness sessions in schools and colleges," he added. Singal also praised the role of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP), calling their cooperation essential to intercepting trafficking via trains. "Our goal is zero tolerance, and that requires multi-agency collaboration. Operations like 'Thunder' and 'U-Turn' have already shown major success, including reducing road accident deaths by 70 in the last seven months," he said. Vinita Singal, principal secretary of Food and Civil Supplies and former labour secretary, stressed a holistic four-pronged approach to trafficking: Prevention, protection, prosecution, and partnership. She proposed linking victims' identities via Aadhaar and the Saral database for tracking. She called for better rehabilitation, faster adoption processes, and utilizing vacant seats in ZP, NMC, and Ashram schools to house rescued children. "Breaking the trafficking cycle is possible, we just need to collaborate," she said. Additional CP (Crime) Vasant Pardeshi called the issue deeply socio-economic, pointing out that families themselves are sometimes involved, knowingly or unknowingly. "Victims often follow a one-way track that's hard to escape. Breaking that chain, whether of human trafficking or bonded labour, is critical," Pardeshi said. Additional CP Shivaji Rathod stressed the importance of community awareness. He recalled a case where a girl was lured to Nagpur by relatives under the pretext of education but was later sexually exploited and left to die in a water tank. "We need proactive communication with children and parents. During my tenure as SP, we created dedicated WhatsApp groups in schools as part of the 'Police Didi' outreach," he said.
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Time of India
City Cops To Conduct Security Audit Of All Women's Hostels
Nagpur: Following the molestation and theft incident at a govt-run girls' hostel in Hingna earlier this week, Nagpur Police now plan to conduct comprehensive security audit of all such establishments across the city to identify and fix loopholes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It has also been decided that all-woman Damini squads will visit such hostels in the day and beat marshals at night to check security systems. Under the supervision of CP Ravinder Singal, details of all women's hostels is being collected across the zones where QR code-based patrolling would be encouraged. While the culprits who intruded the Hingna hostel are still at large, zonal DCP Rishikesh Reddy said his team is now considering invoking negligence charges against the hostel warden, property owner, and others responsible for security. Joint CP Navinchandra Reddy said the current patrolling patterns would be revised to intensify police visibility and presence in the vicinity of women's hostels. "The zonal DCPs will take regular follow-ups of the patrolling near such establishments," said Reddy. On Thursday, senior inspector of Beltarodi police station Mukund Kawade organised the city police's flagship 'Police Didi' programme to create awareness among the residents of a govt hostel for women from underprivileged sections in Khapri. The event focused on women's safety and self-defence. It also addressed internal and external safety concerns of the students residing in the hostel. The programme highlighted robust safety measures revolving around a fully functional CCTV system, round-the-clock female guards, and strict protocols prohibiting entry of male outsiders after 6pm. The senior cops also urged the hostel authorities to monitor movements, meticulously maintain records, and ensure medical emergencies are managed with female guard as escort. In addition to the 112 emergency helpline number, police shared other crucial contact numbers with the students, wardens, and hostel staff to enhance preparedness and response.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
41,193 children rescued, 4960 missing women traced under Operation Muskan: CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (July 16, 2025) revealed in the legislative assembly that, under Operation Muskan, 41,193 children were rescued and 4,960 missing women were traced, and 1,364 missing children were traced within a month under Operation Shodh. Calling the issue of missing women a reality, Mr. Fadnavis stated that in one month from April to May, 4960 missing women were traced and came across 106 women and 703 children, who were missing, but the case was registered. Responding to the question of MLC state legislative council Ambadas Danve, Mr. Fadnavis said, 'We are yet to effectively work on this issue, and yet to tap into the issue from the social angle. However, we will also include the missing person issue in 'Police Kaka' and 'Police Didi', which campaign for good touch-bad touch and other initiatives.' Mr. Danve suggested that the government conduct a social study to understand the cause, rather than treating it as a job. 'There are hotspots from where women go missing; these areas lack visible policing. The impact on ground level is only possible if it is seen as a social responsibility. Besides, these issues are to be seen from social angles, including child marriage and sexual violence,' he added. The issue of missing women was raised in the assembly after Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sunil Shinde asked for the status of the proposal to 'Track missing women'. 'All states are connected to the Centre's missing women portal. The progress will be used to file a consolidated report,' Mr. Fadnavis responded. Citing Nagpur's case, Mr. Fadnavis said, '5897 women were missing, out of which 5210 were traced. This means 90% of the cases were traced. However, a problem arises in 4 to 5% of cases, which goes on the back burner.' To resolve this issue, Mr. Fadnavis has asked to establish a missing cell at each police station to keep track of these cases and an IPS-level officer to review the work every two months.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
47,000 children and women were tracked in a month under operation Muskan and operation Shodh in Mumbai
Mumbai: Under Operation Muskan, 41,193 children were tracked down, while under Operation Shodh, 4,960 women and 1,364 children were traced, said CM Devendra Fadnavis in the legislative council on Wednesday. All of these missing persons were tracked within a month, he said. He mentioned that a Missing Persons Cell, headed by a lady assistant police inspector, is being set up in every police station. He also stated that the govt plans to increase the number of rehabilitation centres for women and old people who have been tracked. The issue was raised by Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sunil Shinde during the question hour. Fadnavis said that under the Police Kaka and Police Didi programme, missing persons will also be included. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Time of India
Top cop's surprise inspection at Pardi: 6 college students booked for substance abuse
Nagpur: In a late-evening operation, commissioner of police Ravinder Singal conducted a surprise inspection at Pardi police station and adjoining areas. This led to strong disciplinary action against on-duty officers and the detention of six private college students for consumption of drugs and alcohol. The surprise visit took place on April 29 from 8pm to 10pm, as part of the commissioner's ongoing campaign to monitor and improve ground-level policing across Nagpur. This was the fourth consecutive day of his unannounced field visits. Upon reaching Pardi police station, Singal found the inspector and the on-duty staff missing from their posts, and not engaged in patrolling or criminal investigation duties. He reprimanded the station in charge, ordered all staff out for immediate night patrolling, and issued instructions on foot patrolling, surveillance in vulnerable areas, and preventive policing measures. After the inspection, Singal proceeded to a private college near Prajapati Nagar metro station, based on complaints received about drug and alcohol consumption in the vicinity. His raid near the college campus caught six individuals — aged between 19 and 25 — consuming alcohol and allegedly engaging in illegal activities in a dark, secluded spot. The group included students from the college and nearby residential areas. Over the past few days, Singal has undertaken several surprise visits under various initiatives such as 'Operation Garuda' to crack down on traffic violations, helmetless riding, and triple seat driving. He has also been pushing women's safety initiatives like the 'Police Didi' program and cracking down on harmful social media content and suspicious online activity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 10 Mysterious Photos That Cannot Be Explained True Edition Undo Singal's stern stance on administrative lapses was evident during his recent visit to the MIDC police station, where he suspended three officers on the spot over unexplained absences. He further warned that officers misusing medical leave status without justification would be required to submit medical reports or face disciplinary action. MSID:: 120769120 413 |
