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Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
How Delhi Police nabbed nearly 100 narco offenders in one night during raids at nearly 800 locations
Cases and arrests under various laws Live Events Operation Kavach (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Delhi Police conducted Operation Kavach 9 .0 on the night of August 9-10 to tackle narcotics and organised crime in the city. The simultaneous raids were held at 794 locations across 15 districts. The crackdown resulted in 92 arrests of narco offenders and the seizure of a large amount of drugs and cash, a TOI report seized 307 grams of heroin, 33.165 kg of ganja, 67 grams of hybrid ganja, 610 grams of charas, 22.25 grams of MDMA, 2.26 grams of LSD, and Rs 12.2 lakh in cash during the operation. The raids involved 360 teams from police stations, the crime branch, and the special cell, acting under police commissioner SBK Singh's directive to target drug sales on city commissioner Devesh Srivastava said police registered 275 cases under the Delhi Excise Act and arrested 279 people. Additionally, 75 individuals were arrested under Section 126/170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. Police also detained 12,834 people under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act as a preventive operation saw the seizure of 50,060 quarters of illicit liquor. A total of 1,183 people were arrested under the Delhi Excise Act for preventive reasons. Srivastava described the operation as "a significant step in Delhi Police's efforts to combat the drug trade and save the city's youth from the menace of narcotics."Preventive actions and other prosecutionsOfficials said 1,858 people were taken into preventive custody during the raids, and the police checked the whereabouts of 227 known criminals. Police prosecuted 2,968 violators under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act for selling tobacco products near commissioner (crime) Surendra Kumar said, "A total of 1,685 vehicles were seized under the Delhi Police Act. The operation demonstrated Delhi Police's commitment to taking stringent action against those involved in the trade and to creating a safer and healthier environment for the city's residents."Operation Kavach began in May 2023 as part of Delhi Police's continuous efforts to fight narcotics in the city. The operation focuses on identifying and arresting both street-level drug peddlers and higher-level traffickers. Police have adopted a top-to-bottom and bottom-to-top approach to dismantle drug networks and trace their July 31, police arrested 1,784 narco offenders in 1,425 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. During this period, they recovered about 45 kg of heroin/smack, 3,770 kg of ganja, 250 kg of opium, 33 kg of charas, 19 kg of poppy heads, and 3 kg of cocaine.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Time of India
Op Kavach 9.0: Simultaneous Raids At 794 Spots Net 92 Narco Offenders
New Delhi: In a move to curb the menace of narcotics and organised crime in the city, Delhi Police launched Operation Kavach 9.0 on the night of Aug 9-10. The operation, which was conducted across 15 districts, involved simultaneous raids at 794 locations, resulting in the arrest of 92 narco offenders and the seizure of a substantial quantity of drugs and cash. Police seized 307 gram heroin, 33.165kg ganja, 67 gram hybrid ganja, 610 gram charas, 22.25 gram MDMA, 2.26 gram LSD and Rs 12.2 lakh in cash. The operation was planned following police commissioner SBK Singh's instructions for a comprehensive crackdown on drug sales on the streets. To carry out the raids, 360 teams from all police stations, besides the crime branch and the special cell, were constituted. According to special commissioner Devesh Srivastava, police also registered 275 cases under the Delhi Excise Act and arrested 279 people. They also took preventive action, arresting 75 people under Section 126/170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and detaining 12,834 people under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The raids concluded with the seizure of 50,060 quarters of illicit liquor and the preventive arrest of 1,183 people under the Delhi Excise Act. "The operation was a significant step in Delhi Police's efforts to combat the drug trade and save the city's youth from the menace of narcotics,"Srivastava said. According to officials, 1,858 people were taken into preventive custody during the raids and the whereabouts of 227 bad characters were checked. Police also prosecuted 2,968 violators under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act pertaining to the sale of these items near educational institutions. "A total of 1,685 vehicles were seized under the Delhi Police Act. The operation demonstrated Delhi Police's commitment to taking stringent action against those involved in the trade and to creating a safer and healthier environment for the city's residents," said joint commissioner (crime) Surendra Kumar. The raids were part of Delhi Police's ongoing efforts to tackle the growing problem of narcotics in the city, police said. The police departments have been working to disrupt the supply chain of drugs and apprehend those involved in the trade. Operation Kavach started in May 2023 to focus on identifying and apprehending such people. During this operation, it was decided to target both street-level peddlers and high-level traffickers/smugglers and have both top-to-bottom and bottom-to-top approaches to effectively counter drug-trafficking by unearthing their linkages. Till July 31, Delhi Police arrested 1,784 narco-offenders in 1,425 cases under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and recovered about 45kg heroin/smack, 3,770kg ganja, 250kg opium, 33kg charas, 19kg poppy heads and 3kg cocaine. 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.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business Standard
Delhi govt to intensify security ahead of Independence Day, details here
Independence Day 2025 Security: All Delhi Metro stations will undergo increased security checks by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in view of the 79th Independence Day festivities on August 15, 2025. From Saturday, August 9 to Saturday, August 16, the improved measures will be in place. Because of the increased security, commuters are encouraged to schedule their trips appropriately, particularly during peak hours. Longer lines could result from the more stringent screening procedure, especially during rush hour. In order to prevent delays, passengers have been asked by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to plan their trips with extra time. DMRC security measures on 79th Independence Day 2025 Extensive baggage screening- To speed up the procedure, travellers should have their possessions prepared for scrutiny through metal detectors and, if necessary, may be subject to manual frisking. Increased staffing- To better control crowds and carry out inspections, more CISF officers will be posted at entry points. Security personnel's orders- Commuters have been asked by authorities to comply with security personnel's orders and cooperate fully. This entails exercising patience while waiting, submitting to luggage inspections, and staying away from prohibited objects on Metro property. Protection- The action is intended to protect both the Metro network and its passengers during the high-security period surrounding Independence Day, when public areas across the country are on high alert. Independence Day 2025 security measures: Surveillance details Parallel to physical surveillance is digital surveillance. Cyber teams are searching social media feeds for clues like coordinated disruptions, disinformation operations, and anything else that can spark unrest. Surveillance this year involves more than just having eyes on the ground. With drone detection grids and CCTV networks, it is a full-spectrum sweep. Additionally, facial recognition software has been turned on. Snipers and monitoring teams patrol the rooftops of high-rise buildings surrounding the Red Fort. Additionally, stringent control points and verification methods that provide minimal room for error are used to filter access in the restricted zones. More than 10,000 soldiers, including special commandos and paramilitary forces, have been already set in positions throughout the city, according to The Hans India. Independence Day 2025 security checks • The planning goes deeper than the numbers. Senior officers have been precisely tasked by Delhi Police Commissioner SBK Singh. Every unit, from field supervisors to district chiefs, has received instructions to be watchful and conspicuous. • Bus terminals, transportation hubs, metro stations and market areas are patrolled around the clock. The fact that surprise flag marches have already started makes it very evident that complacency will not be tolerated. • Drones, UAVs, paragliders, hang gliders, and even hot air balloons are prohibited from flying over Delhi between August 2 and August 16. Singh is prohibited because there is a clear concern that these platforms may be used for surveillance or aerial strikes. In other words, unless it is pre-approved and tracked, no airborne movement is permitted. • Coordination with central authorities is tight behind the scenes. Vehicle barricading, intelligence-led verification drives, and anti-sabotage exercises are already in progress. The level of security at airports, interstate terminals, and train stations has increased. • According to The Hans India, there is no compromise on security despite the increased baggage checks, ID verification, and uniformed and plainclothes presence woven into crowd flows. About the 79th Independence Day 2025 Delhi is a shining example of careful preparation as the country gets ready to celebrate its 79th Independence Day. Its message is clear, its vigilance is greater, and its security grid is more powerful than ever. The Red Fort is home to the centre of this system, from where, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak to the country. There is an almost surgical concentration on its security. India's Independence Day, observed on August 15th every year, celebrates the country's 1947 liberation from British colonial control. For every Indian, this historic day signifies the beginning of a new era of freedom and democracy as well as the conclusion of a long and arduous battle for self-governance.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Police rope in 4,000 ‘Praharis' to boost vigilance in capital
New Delhi: Delhi Police on Sunday conducted a citywide initiative to strengthen security ahead of Independence Day. This involved briefing and interaction sessions with over 4,000 private security guards, known as 'Praharis', across all districts. They were equipped with training, guidelines, and gear to act as "force multipliers" in public safety. The initiative, part of the ongoing Prahari programme, aims to integrate private security personnel closely into the capital's security grid. The guards were briefed on identifying and responding to potential threats, maintaining situational awareness, and promptly reporting suspicious activity. They were also taught to handle crowd management duties during the festive period and to treat any unattended items as potential threats until cleared. To aid their duties, Delhi Police distributed security kits containing caps, reflective jackets, batons, and whistles. Commissioner of police SBK Singh, IPS, addressed major gatherings at Multipurpose Hall, DU's North Campus, attended by around 800 Praharis, and at the Lotus Temple auditorium in south-east Delhi, which saw a turnout of about 300. "Praharis are an indispensable link in community policing," Singh said, praising their vigilance and the "complementary role" they play in extending the police's reach and responsiveness. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Senior officers, including special CPs Ravindra Singh Yadav and Madhup Tewari, joint CPs Madhur Verma and SK Jain, and district DCPs from various police districts, joined the events. Similar sessions were conducted, from Rohini to Dwarka, Shahdara to outer North, with attendance ranging from 100 in New Delhi district to 400 each in north and central districts. In total, 4,017 Praharis participated in the day's briefings. tnn 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.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Delhi Police briefs over 4,000 private security guards ahead of Independence Day
New Delhi, Aug 10 (PTI) Delhi Police on Sunday held interaction-cum-briefing sessions with more than 4000 private security personnel, or 'Praharis', across all districts for public safety duties during Independence Day and the festive season, officials said. The sessions aimed to reinforce the role of private security guards as partners in maintaining law and order and to brief them on security protocols, including identifying and responding to potential threats, an official statement said. The guards were given guidelines on the dos and don'ts of their duties and provided with security kits comprising a cap, reflective jacket, baton and whistle. Commissioner of Police S B K Singh addressed 'Praharis' at two major programmes — at the Multipurpose Hall, North Campus, University of Delhi, attended by around 800 guards, and at the Lotus Temple auditorium in the South-East district, attended by around 300 guards. 'Praharis are an indispensable link in community policing and their cooperation enhances the reach, responsiveness and effectiveness of law," Singh said. The statement said private security personnel who attended Saturday's briefings in different districts included — south east (300), south (305), Rohini (300), outer north (383), north west (215), west (230), outer (160), Dwarka (362), Shahdara (238), east (253), north east (194), south west (180), New Delhi (97), north (400) and central (400). During the interactive meetings, guards were advised to conduct polite but firm frisking where required, maintain constant observation of surroundings, report suspicious persons or activities to police, stay alert to unattended items and assist in crowd management during celebrations, the statement added. PTI SGV OZ OZ view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
