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The Hindu
11-07-2025
- The Hindu
C.V. Anand reviews arrangements for Bonalu festivities
Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand, on Friday, took part in the traditional Shikara Puja and Dhwaja Rohanam ceremonies for Bonalu at the Mahankali Temple at Lal Darwaza. The Commissioner said that it was customary for the temple committee to invite the city's 'kotwal', a practice that has continued for over a century, adding that Hyderabad City Police, along with all departments, have put in place robust arrangements to ensure peaceful celebrations. He recalled that the recent Golconda and Balkampet Bonalu events passed off without any incident, and assured that similar vigilance would be maintained for the Lal Darwaza procession. Special deployment of police personnel from other zones, including Crime Branch units and She Teams, are in place to prevent pick-pocketing, chain-snatching, and eve-teasing. 'Coordination meetings with Water Board, R&B Department, GHMC, and Electricity Department, have already been held,' he said. Ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Konda Surekha took part in the preparatory meetings, and directed officials to ensure seamless execution of arrangements. The Commissioner appealed to temple organisers and devotees to extend full cooperation with the police during the festivities. Among those present at the puja were GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan, DCPs Apoorva Rao, Sneha Mehra, and R. Venkateswarlu, and Temple Committee chairman B. Maruthi Yadav.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- The Hindu
Liquor outlets to remain closed in parts of Hyderabad for Bonalu from July 13
The Hyderabad City Police have issued orders to close liquor outlets in select areas of Hyderabad from July 13 to 15 in view of the upcoming Sree Ujjaini Mahakali Jathara (Bonalu festival) in Secunderabad. In a notification issued by Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand, all toddy and wine shops, including bars in restaurants (excluding those in star hotels and registered clubs), must remain shut from 6 a.m. on July 13 to 6 a.m. on July 15. The move is aimed at maintaining public peace and order during the religious celebrations. The restriction will be enforced with the police stations falling under the North, East, and Central Zones of Hyderabad. The targeted areas include Gandhi Nagar, Chilkalguda, Lalaguda, Warasiguda, Begumpet, Gopalapuram, Tukaramgate, Marredpally, Mahankali, Ramgopalpet, and Market. Officials have appealed to residents and business owners to cooperate with the temporary closure to ensure a smooth and peaceful celebration.
The Hindu
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Hyderabad traffic police to use cameras on high-rises for ‘eagle view' monitoring
The Hyderabad police are installing cameras on multi-storey buildings across the city to get an 'Eagle View' of traffic movement and congestion points. The initiative, supported by building owners, aims to help traffic officials detect problems in real time, alert ground staff, and suggest immediate solutions. This was announced during a traffic review meeting held on Friday by C.V. Anand, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad. Mr. Anand said that the average speed of vehicles in Hyderabad has increased from 17–18 kilometres per hour last year to 24–25 kilometres per hour now, thanks to the efforts of the traffic police. 'Around 1,600 new vehicles are being added to Hyderabad roads every day. Across the three Commissionerates, approximately 91 lakh vehicles are on the road daily,' said the Commissioner. Meanwhile, Mr. Anand said 'Operation Rope' has shown good results and will be strengthened further through a more scientific approach. On VIP movement, he said traffic is now being managed in a more planned manner. Instructions from the Chief Minister to avoid long traffic halts during his travel are being followed strictly, he added. 'About 80% of the traffic signals in Hyderabad now run on auto mode, helping improve the flow of vehicles. For traffic violations, the department is focusing more on the quality of penalties rather than the number of fines, which has led to a decrease in the overall fines being issued,' said the officer. He further added that drone cameras are already in use for monitoring traffic, and Google is providing technical assistance in addition to Google Maps to improve the traffic system. Traffic marshals To address staff shortage, the traffic department is introducing the 'Traffic Marshal' system, where corporate companies can appoint marshals under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). These marshals will be trained by the police and used for traffic control duties. Transgender individuals working as traffic assistants are delivering good results, Mr. Anand said, adding that a report has been submitted to the government. 'More appointments will be made in the traffic department and the government is also preparing to fill vacancies in other departments,' assured the Commissioner. Mr. Anand said preparations for the monsoon season are in progress, with coordination between the police, GHMC and HYDRA. He also mentioned that the disturbance caused by private travel buses is high, and a meeting will be held soon with their managements to take appropriate action. The meeting was attended by all the ACPs, Additional DCPs, Inspectors and SIs from traffic stations, along with Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) D. Joel Davis, DCP Traffic-I B.K. Rahul Hegde, DCP Traffic-II Ashok Kumar and DCP Traffic-III R. Venkateswarlu.
The Hindu
17-06-2025
- The Hindu
Hyderabad police strengthens anti-human trafficking and child protection with new victim assistance centre
A new Victim Assistance Unit, Telangana's first dedicated centre aimed at providing support to survivors of human trafficking, was launched at the Central Crime Station (CCS), Hyderabad, on Tuesday. The unit, developed in collaboration with NGO Prajwala, is designed to help victims recollect their trauma in a safe, informed environment and support them through the judicial process, including preparation for court depositions. It will also assist in linking survivors with legal aid, State-run rehabilitation schemes and psycho-social counselling for rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Staff from Prajwala will operate the centre under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Women Safety Wing. Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand also inaugurated newly reorganised and dedicated facilities for its Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) and Juvenile Bureau (JB) Unit. These reorganisations follow a Government Order issued by the Home Department on April 30, 2023, which initially brought the AHTU under the Women Safety Wing. A subsequent Government Order dated April 24, 2025, formally constituted these wings with a clearly sanctioned strength of personnel. The AHTU is staffed with eight officers, including an inspector, two sub-inspectors, two head constables, and three police constables. The unit has been tasked with identifying trafficking hotspots both online and offline, conducting rescue operations, gathering actionable intelligence, and closely monitoring the movements and networks of traffickers - including pimps, brothel operators, touts and their clientele. In the current year alone, the AHTU has registered 23 cases, rescued 44 victims, and arrested 71 individuals involved in trafficking-related crimes. The unit is also engaged in following up trial cases and facilitating the repatriation of Indian victims as well as the deportation of foreign nationals in coordination with relevant authorities. The Juvenile Bureau Team, also functioning as the Special Juvenile Police Unit (SJPU), has been given a sanctioned strength of seven officers, and is based out of CCS Hyderabad. It focuses on protecting children from abuse, child labour, bonded labour and trafficking. The team works in close coordination with the Child Welfare Committee and has so far this year repatriated four children within Telangana and seven to other States. Under the 'Operation Smile' and 'Operation Muskan' drives, 896 children have been rescued to date.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- The Hindu
Hyderabad police step up watch ahead of Bakrid
With Bakrid set to be celebrated on Saturday, Hyderabad Police have tightened security measures across the city, setting up multiple check posts and ramping up surveillance to ensure the festival passes off peacefully. On Friday, Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand carried out surprise inspections at key checkposts including Goshala Jiaguda, MJ Bridge, Hasannagar, and Bandlaguda. During his visits, he interacted with officers and ground personnel to assess the preparedness and flow of operations. Instructions were issued on the spot, with the Commissioner emphasising the importance of maintaining a peaceful atmosphere throughout the festival. Officers were told to remain alert and ensure that the general public does not face any disruption or inconvenience. Commissioner Anand also urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement and assist in keeping the city safe during the celebrations. Police officials said the heightened checks will continue until the festival ends.
