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The Hindu
24-07-2025
- The Hindu
Police officials asked to curb drug menace
Kurnool Range Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Koya Praveen asked the police officials to curb the drug menace in the district. Mr. Praveen, along with Kurnool Superintendent of Police (SP) Vikrant Patel released the 'Drugs Vaddu Bro' poster and attended the half-yearly crime review meeting, here on Thursday. Addressing the police officials, the DIG said that Kurnool has remained peaceful post-bifurcation of the district. He asked the police officials to counsel the people in village to leave out old rivalries so that the district remains peaceful. The DIG asked officials to give priority to visible policing and also to intensify surveillance through drone cameras to keep a tab on alcohol consumption in open places and other law and order problems. Meanwhile, Mr. Vikrant Patel asked the officials to use technology to prevent crime and invoke PD Act, bind over anti-social elements and counsel rowdy-sheeters wherever and whenever necessary. The SP also wanted immediate recovery of stolen properties and the conduct of trial in cases pending in courts. While releasing the posters, the DIG and SP gave a call to the general public to inform about illegal transportation, sale or consumption of drugs to tollfree number 1972.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- The Hindu
Kappatralla will be first village in A.P. to be drug-free, says EAGLE Chief
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ake Ravikrishna, who is the head of Elite Anti-Narcotics Group for Law Enforcement (EAGLE), asserted that Kappatralla in Devanakonda mandal of Kurnool district would be the first village in the State to be a drug-free. Mr. Ravikrishna, along with Superintendent of Police (SP) Vikrant Patel, participated in the Mega Teachers-Parents Meet (PTM) 2.0 held in the Zilla Parishad school in Kappatralla on Thursday. Mr. Ravikrishna had adopted Kappatralla and has been taking up several initiatives for the development of the village that was once a hotbed of factionalism. The IG and SP released 'Drugs Vaddu Bro' (Say No to Drugs Brother) posters intended to create awareness on the ill-effects of drugs among students and youth. Posters on how students resort to crime under the influence of drugs and others were also released on the occasion. Mr. Ravikrishna said that the meeting was held considering the future of students and children. 'Youth should focus on education and not fall prey to drugs. They should inculcate the habit of reading books,' he said. He added that a society free of drugs should be the goal and every individual must join hands to achieve it. Meanwhile, Mr. Vikrant Patel urged the students and villagers to give information about illegal transportation, sale or cultivation of ganja and drugs on the tollfree number 1972. He said that the identity of the informant would be kept a secret. The SP also handed over cash incentives to students who secured first, second and third rank respectively in Class IX and X examinations. Later, the IG and SP had lunch with the students of the school. Before the meeting, Mr. Ravikrishna had distributed fruit-bearing plants to farmers in the mandal, which were provided by Say Trees and Nava Yuvatha Association. He also went around the fruit gardens in the village, distributed agriculture tools to the farmers, and inaugurated a biogas plant in the village.
Hans India
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Youth take pledge to make Prakasam drug-free dist
Ongole: Prakasam district collector A Thameem Ansariya, SP AR Damodar, MLAs Damacharla Janardhana Rao, BN Vijay Kumar, and other dignitaries advised students and youth against becoming slaves to narcotics and ruining their future, calling upon everyone to take a pledge to make Prakasam district drug-free. They participated in the awareness programme with the theme 'Drugs Vaddu Bro' (No Drugs Bro) conducted by the Prakasam district police department as part of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, in Ongole on Thursday. Speaking at the event, collector Ansariya explained that June 26 is observed annually as International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. She highlighted that through the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan,' large-scale rallies and awareness sessions are being conducted in colleges and schools to prevent the impact of narcotics on youth. She said that Prakasam district launched the Navodayam 2.0 programme in February this year, and within just four months, the district was declared free from illicit liquor. She said that the government is taking all necessary measures to control and eliminate drug usage in the district, and appealed to all sections of society and voluntary organisations to participate as stakeholders in transforming Prakasam district into a drug-free zone. Addressing the gathering, SP Damodar said with a stern warning about the dangers of drug experimentation. He explained that youth often get attracted to novelty and think of trying drugs 'just once,' which leads them down a dangerous path. The SP emphasised that once caught in drug cases, individuals get their names registered in police records, making it impossible to secure jobs in the future, cannot obtain passports or visas, and lose respect in society. SP Damodar revealed strict enforcement measures against anyone involved in transporting, selling, or consuming illegal drugs. He announced a toll-free number, 1972, Dial 112, or a WhatsApp number, 9121102266, for reporting drug-related information, and assured that informants' details would be kept confidential. Ongole MLA Damacharla Janardhana Rao emphasised that the state government is conducting large-scale awareness programmes about the adverse effects of drug usage to make the state drug-free. Santhanuthalapadu MLA BN Vijay Kumar highlighted that the state government has set up a special Eagle division to control drug trafficking and usage. He warned that addiction to narcotics affects not only individuals' future and health but also impacts their families. Following the speeches, about 8,000 students, police staff, and youth took a pledge to stay away from narcotics. The programme concluded with a massive rally from the Police Parade Ground to Addanki Bus Stand Centre, in which the collector, SP, MLAs, corporation chairmen, other police officers, and personnel demonstrated collective commitment to creating a drug-free district.
New Indian Express
25-06-2025
- New Indian Express
Andhra Pradesh intensified crackdown on drugs: EAGLE head
VIJAYAWADA: IG-rank officer and head of the Elite Anti-Narcotics Group for Law Enforcement (EAGLE), Ake Ravi Krishna, reaffirmed the State's zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics and warned of stringent action against drug peddlers and smugglers. Speaking at an awareness session organised by Siddhartha Medical College under the Nasha Mukth Bharat Abhiyan, Ravi Krishna revealed that over the past six months, 740 NDPS cases were filed, more than 1,800 arrests made, and 19 tonnes of ganja seized. He also said assets of seven individuals were seized and eight were booked under the PIT-NDPS Act. He noted that ganja cultivation has drastically reduced from 11,000 to 100 acres due to enforcement and awareness efforts. Tools like drones, satellite imagery, and cordon-and-search operations have helped track and eliminate illegal cultivation. Initiatives such as 'Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Skills,' 'Drugs Vaddu Bro,' and EAGLE Clubs in schools and colleges have seen positive impact. A 24/7 helpline, CAAL EAGLE 1972, has been launched for public alerts and quick response.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Time of India
Cops adopt tech, community engagement for safer future
1 2 Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh police department is setting a benchmark in law enforcement by embracing technology, community engagement , and strategic interventions. In a remarkable shift towards a data-driven approach, the police successfully tackled various challenges, including crime reduction , cyber fraud prevention , and community outreach, positioning the state towards a safer and more progressive future. Despite ongoing public agitations, the law and order situation in AP remained stable over the past nine months. Data from the AP police department reveals that 70% of protests involved fewer than 100 participants, with only 4% surpassing 1,000 attendees. This stability is credited to proactive measures, including real-time monitoring and effective crowd management. The department also took a firm stance against Maoist activities, with coordinated operations leading to multiple arrests and surrenders, pushing extremist groups into survival mode. A major highlight of the department's success is its use of advanced technology. Since June 2024, over 75,749 CCTV cameras were installed, and 9,565 drone patrols were conducted, significantly improving crime detection. Notably, AI-powered surveillance and digital forensic tools aided in solving over 21,500 cases in the last nine months. The deployment of drones played a crucial role in monitoring high-risk zones and enforcing public order, with over 1,902 cases detected using drone surveillance. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The impact of these technological advancements is evident in the 14% reduction in overall crime across the state compared to the previous year. The state also saw a significant drop in cybercrime incidents due to proactive digital awareness campaigns and swift response mechanisms. Community-driven initiatives played a crucial role in making policing more inclusive. Programs such as Mahila Meekosam, Drugs Vaddu Bro, and Prerna educated over 9.5 lakh citizens about women's safety, prevention of drugs, and employment opportunities for tribal youth.
