KKCCI urges stronger policing to curb rising crime in Kalaburagi
In a memorandum submitted on Friday to Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Taranum and Police Commissioner S.D. Sharanappa, KKCCI president Sharanabasappa M. Pappa and honorary secretary Shivaraj V. Inginshetty expressed deep concern over the increasing frequency and brazenness of crimes being committed in Kalaburagi.
Citing a recent robbery in Saraf Bazaar, where armed assailants stormed into a shop in broad daylight, tied up the owner, and threatened him with a firearm before looting valuables, the KKCCI said that such incidents were not only shocking but had left the business community shaken.
'Even though traders have installed CCTV cameras inside and outside their shops as per police instructions, crimes continue to occur unabated, often in crowded areas,' the memorandum said. 'Such incidents are eroding the confidence of traders and pushing them into a state of constant fear and anxiety.'
The business body called for intensified police patrolling in commercial areas, especially during peak hours and late evenings. It also demanded swift investigation of criminal cases and the immediate arrest of culprits to serve as a deterrent.
The memorandum highlighted that criminal activities were no longer limited to thefts and burglaries but increasingly included cases of assault and even murder in and around the city.
To enhance security, the KKCCI urged all traders to thoroughly verify the identity of employees before hiring them. 'Business owners should collect full details including name, permanent address, original Aadhaar copy, and recent photographs of potential employees and ensure their background is verified,' it added.
The KKCCI reaffirmed its commitment to supporting law enforcement in ensuring a safe and secure environment for the business community and the general public.
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