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Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Good response to CP's WhatsApp number in Nashik, but 30% messages comprise greetings
Nashik: City police's dedicated WhatsApp number, established to facilitate direct communication with the police commissioner regarding crime-related issues, has been inundated with greetings and appreciative messages. The service, initiated by police commissioner Sandeep Karnik in Dec 2023, has received 6,654 messages till June 2, averaging approximately 400 messages each month. Nearly 30% of communications comprise daily greetings and commendations for police achievements, while 16% fall outside the city police jurisdiction. Launched on Dec 26, 2023, the service enables residents to report concerns affecting them personally or the city's welfare. A notable case involved a 35-year-old newcomer to Nashik who experienced stalking at her workplace in the Nashik Civil Hospital. Initially hesitant to approach authorities, she received guidance through police contacts to utilise the WhatsApp service, resulting in swift action against the perpetrator. A dedicated team of five personnel continuously monitors incoming messages, promptly forwarding them to relevant police stations or departments. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Each station maintains a specialised WhatsApp group of three to four staff members, overseen by senior officers including the CP, DCP, ACP, and station in-charge inspector, ensuring immediate response to citizens' concerns. Statistical analysis reveals that of 2,242 police station-related messages, 1,990 cases were resolved, with 250 under process. Additionally, 71 of 73 women's safety cases and 234 of 241 noise pollution complaints have been addressed successfully. CP Sandeep Karnik said, "The response to the CP WhatsApp number from the citizens is good. We have taken some very good action on the messages that we received, particularly related to women, drugs, street nuisance, etc. There may be other issues needing police intervention, which people can message on the number. We want more and more people to report things to the police for necessary action." Senior officials emphasise that while all messages receive serious attention, residents should contact emergency services via 112 for urgent situations, as indicated in the WhatsApp service guidelines.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Nashik cops return items stolen from 45 complainants
Nashik: The city police, at a programme on Friday, handed over recovered articles and goods to as many as 45 complainants. These goods valued at over Rs51 lakh had been stolen from the complainants and included 33 two-wheelers, two autorickshaws, two cars, a truck, 97g of gold and a cellphone, the police said. The 'Muddemal' return programme was organised by Zone 2 of the city police commissionerate under the guidance of CP Sandeep Karnik and DCP (Zone 2) Monica Raut. The articles returned were recovered by the police from Nashik Road, Upnagar, Indiranagar, Ambad, and Saptur police stations after cases were filed in respective stations. The complainants, especially women who got their gold chains back, expressed gratitude towards the police. Even complainants whose two-wheelers were stolen said they were grateful to the police for the speedy recovery of their stolen bikes and scooters, which were their important mode of commute to work and home. DCP Raut said they would continue with their efforts to recover maximum stolen properties and hand them to the complainants after completing all legal formalities. In-charge officers of all the police stations under Zone 2 attended the programme. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Similarly in April this year, a 'muddemal' return programme was organised by zone 1 officers of the police commissionerate, recovered articles worth over Rs1.32 crore were returned to complainants on Wednesday. The articles were cash, cellphones, jewellery among other items.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
Nashik citytop cop wants increased vigil against drugs
Nashik: Commissioner of police Sandeep Karnik has appealed to the anti-narcotics wing of the commissionerate to step up vigilance against the sale and consumption of drugs like mephedrone (MD), ganja, charas, etc. , within the city limits. Karnik mentioned the instructions on Friday when he reviewed the work of the anti-narcotics cell. While appreciating the work of the officers and personnel of the cell, he asked the personnel to put in more effort to get to the root of drug peddling. Officials said, "During investigations, the police generally find out where the drugs were procured. The CP has appealed us to go deeper and find out the people the accused is in contact with, whether they are his source of drug smuggling or part of the supply chain, which would eventually help the cops eliminate the menace of drugs in the city." Nonetheless, CP Karnik, DCP (Crime) Prashant Bacchav, DCP (Zone 2) Monica Raut, ACP (Crime) Sandeep Mitke, and other senior officers appreciated the efforts of the officials and personnel of the anti-narcotics cell. Over the past one and a half years, the anti-narcotics cell found 20 cases related to the smuggling of mephedrone, in which 58 suspects were either arrested or identified, and MD weighing 731.04 grams, worth over Rs 34.6 lakh, was seized. Furthermore, 18 cases of smuggling of ganja were also registered, in which 38 people were arrested, and over 292 kgs of ganja worth over Rs 48.8 lakh was seized. The police registered one case of charas, in which 49g of the contraband worth over Rs 24,000 was seized, and one person was arrested. One more case of 'bhang' was registered, in which four people were arrested, and 326 kgs of bhang worth over Rs 3.26 lakh was seized. Senior officials said that owing to the menace of drugs in the city, Karnik is also contemplating providing additional staff to the anti-narcotics cell.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Nashik police crack down on cop-criminal ties, lawbreakers
Nashik: Police commissioner Sandeep Karnik has urged all assistant commissioners of police (ACPs) and station in-charges to report any personnel found keeping contact with criminals. The police will also step up patrols in public spaces, including gardens and parks during the day and streets at night, to curb anti-social activities . Karnik's appeal to ACPs and station in-charges follows the recent incident of three police personnel of a 'kaidee party' found having food at a restaurant with two murder accused. Karnik on Monday dismissed the three personnel from service. " Contacts of police personnel with criminals not only tarnish the image of the force, but also affect the trust of people in the police. I will take similar action of dismissal from service against police personnel maintaining relations with criminals," the CP said. The city police have also appealed that residents should send a message on CP's WhatsApp number 9923323311 if they come across anyone misbehaving in open places. "Under the guidance of CP Karnik, we are keeping a vigil on people consuming alcohol openly, misbehaving on the streets at night, indulging in stunts on vehicles or any such misbehaviour," a senior officer said. Senior police officers said they took continuous action, such as stop-and-search actions and combing operations, against such people over the past one-and-a-half years. Since Dec 2023, the police registered cases against 42,554 miscreants under Section 112/117 of the Maharashtra Police Act .
United News of India
17-05-2025
- United News of India
No drone fly zone in Nashik city
Nashik, May 17 (UNI) In the wake of Operation Sindoor, the Nashik Police Commissionerate has issued a 'No Drone Fly Zone' in Nashik city. Keeping in mind the suspicion and possibility of terrorist attacks, the order was issued by Police Commissioner Sandeep Karnik on May 16. The order will remain in force till May 31, and it has been stated that no one will be able to fly a drone without permission. The Nashik Police Commissionerate announced a list of major sensitive places within the limits of the commissionerate in 2022, which includes police, Army, Air Force, press and temples. The use of flying devices, including drones, has been prohibited everywhere in the city, including this area. Meanwhile, for several years, drones cannot be flown within the limits of Nashik Police Commissionerate without prior permission. During the Corona period, there was an attempt to fly a drone without permission in the premises of the Maharashtra Police Academy. At that time, the police system became more alert and investigated, since then the restrictions on the use of drones have been increased. Now, as a precaution against terrorist activities, new prohibitory decisions have been announced from 2022. Accordingly, the order has been amended again and the prohibitory orders have been implemented. Drones, paragliders, paramotors, hot air balloons, microlights and aircraft are prohibited in sensitive areas within the city limits. If drones are to be used in other areas, prior permission from the Commissionerate is mandatory. For this, drone operators-owners will have to provide information about the venue of the event in the application. The Commissionerate has instructed to attach the date, time, drone information, operator's name and address, contact number, and a photocopy of the training to the application. UNI RDS PRS
