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The Hindu
2 days ago
- The Hindu
Women villagers on outskirts of Bengaluru seek police help over liquor shop menace
Villagers of Rajaghatta, especially women, raised concerns over what they called rampant sale of liquor, and claimed that it is destroying families by pushing their husbands into addiction and joblessness. They sought police help to contain the menace. The issue was brought up during the SC/ST grievance meet organised by the Bengaluru district police along with 'Mane Manege Police' (door-to-door police service) on Sunday. Lakshmamma, one of the villagers, who spoke on behalf of other women in the locality, told Superintendent of Police C.K. Baba that the liquor shops in the area open at 6 a.m., and operate till midnight or beyond . 'This is posing a threat to the families, as the men get drunk early in the morning and do not go to work. Most of the families face a difficult situation due to the alcohol menace and it is pushing them into penury. Even grocery and vegetable shops have started stocking up liquor, making them accessible round the clock,' she said. Mr. Baba summoned the excise department officials to ensure that the liquor shops should adhere to the time specified in the licensing condition. The department and the jurisdictional police have also been asked to conduct regular checks on the illegal sale of liquor at the shops. Meanwhile, a few students present at the meeting complained of being humiliated at schools as they were ridiculed by their friends and classmates for their caste. 'We were mocked and called casteist names. The teachers and village elders are not doing anything despite being aware of this situation,' a student told senior police officers. Taking strong objection, Mr. Baba asked the Panchayat Development officer, and officials of the education department present at the meeting to take immediate action and ensure such practices are not repeated. The police later visited Dalit colonies and pasted stickers containing the names and numbers of police officers to be contacted in any eventuality with the intention of instilling confidence among the general public that the police are at their service. Mr. Baba, along with other officials also had lunch with the villagers. The villagers were urged to help the police force in fighting crime and maintaining law and order.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
‘Mane Manege Police' initiative launched in Karnataka's Shivamogga district
The 'Mane Manege Police' (Police to Every Home), a new initiative to establish people-friendly policing, was launched in Karnataka's Shivamogga district on Thursday. District and Sessions Judge Manjunath Nayak launched the initiative by lighting a lamp in a programme held at Ramanna Shreshthi Park in the city. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Nayak told the police staff to listen to people's problems in a cordial manner and address them effectively. The public should also cooperate with the police to make the programme a success, he said. A good relationship between the police and the public, he said, was essential in ensuring harmony in society. 'Normally, people do not wish to visit a police station, nor do they expect the police to visit them at home. The government has launched this initiative to make the police administration people-friendly. I appreciate the Home Department for this programme,' he said. The judge said it would be better if the police chose not to wear uniforms when they visit homes, and take children into confidence during the interaction. He also suggested the public to follow the suggestions of the police. Superintendent of Police G.K. Mithun Kumar said that the public continued to possess fear about the police because of the measures the police resorted to in order to control the public during the freedom movement. 'The people still consider police as a legacy of the British. The State government has launched the initiative to clear this notion. Besides that, the people have misconceptions about the police after watching cinemas and serials. I hope this initiative will ensure a good relationship between the police and the people,' he opined. He appealed to the public to share whatever problems they faced with the police during their visit. 'We will make honest efforts to resolve them,' he stated. Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar Bhoomaredd and other officers were present.
The Hindu
20-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Mane Manege Police launched in Dharwad
The Dharwad District Police launched Mane Manege Police, a programme aimed at enhancing public engagement, pro-people governance and cordial policing, on Sunday. Superintendent of Police Gunjan Arya began visiting houses in Hebballi village near Dharwad, as part of the programme. He visited several houses and spoke to families. He introduced himself and asked them if they had any grievance. He told them that beat police personnel will visit each house and listen to the grievances of families, if any. 'They will try to redress grievances within the framework of law,' Mr. Arya said. 'People tend to fear approaching the police for anything but, the new programme will try to allay such fear. Beat police constables will visit all houses in their area and distribute pamphlets containing the phone numbers of higher officials so that people can get in touch with superior officers and air their grievances,' he said. He said that such outreach programmes will ensure law and order maintenance and bring about a peaceful atmosphere in society. He briefly addressed the public at Hebballi after launching the initiative. He said that the Police Department is people-friendly and the new initiative is aimed at strengthening the relationship between the citizens and the police and thus, ensure peace and tranquility in society.
Hindustan Times
19-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
‘Mane Manege Police': Bengaluru cops to go door-to-door to connect with citizens
In an effort to build stronger ties with communities and make policing more approachable, the Karnataka police have launched a unique door-to-door initiative titled 'Mane Manege Police' (Police to Every Home), Times of India reported. Officers will visit homes across neighbourhoods, not to question or investigate, but to listen, assist, and connect. (Representational Image) As part of this outreach, officers will visit homes across neighbourhoods, not to question or investigate, but to listen, assist, and connect. According to a report in The Times of India, the programme was formally launched on Friday by Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara in MC Layout, West Bengaluru. While it begins in the state capital, the initiative is set to be rolled out across Karnataka in the coming weeks. 'The police should not be feared. They should be seen as part of the community, as brothers and sisters,' said Parameshwara during the launch event, the report added. He emphasised that building mutual trust is essential for safer, more cooperative neighbourhoods. (Also Read: 'If 70% Hindi people leave, you...': Bengaluru massage therapist abuses Kannadigas, arrested) What will the police do? According to the report, under this initiative, beat constables will go door-to-door within their jurisdictions, interacting with residents, noting down grievances, and offering solutions where possible. Each household's basic details, such as names, ages, professions, languages spoken, and duration of stay in Bengaluru, will be logged into a register maintained by the local police. Homes that have been visited will receive a door sticker to mark the interaction. Officers will also raise awareness about cybercrime, drug abuse, and crimes against women and children, according to The Times of India. What can residents share? The initiative encourages residents to open up about their concerns, be it harassment from anti-social elements, suspected drug peddling, or bullying of children. Citizens can also alert police about new faces in the locality or neighbours who appear isolated or unapproachable. Home Minister Parameshwara noted that this initiative will also help parents stay informed about their children's peer groups, especially in cases where they may be unknowingly involved in harmful activities. The launch was accompanied by a live demonstration, with the minister and senior officials visiting homes in MC Layout, personally engaging with residents and entering their details in the police logbook. (Also read: Bengaluru's infamous Ejipura flyover gets yet another deadline, now pushed to 2026)
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Time of India
Knock knock! It's your friendly neighbourhood Bengaluru cop at the doorstep
Bengaluru: To strengthen trust and connect better with citizens, police on Friday rolled out a people-friendly initiative titled 'Mane Manege Police' (police to every home), with cops quite literally knocking on doors in local neighbourhoods. The initiative, launched by home minister G Parameshwara in MC Layout in west Bengaluru, will soon be implemented across the state. As part of the drive, policemen will go door to door in their jurisdictions, not to investigate, but to interact with residents. As part of the outreach drive, cops will listen to residents' grievances, collect key details, and try to resolve their problems. A special logbook will record each household's concerns, while door stickers will mark homes visited by police. The cops will also educate residents on various issues such as drug abuse, crimes against women and children, and cybercrimes. The home minister, along with senior officials, visited a few houses in MC Layout after the initiative's launch and entered the details of the occupants — such as name, age, profession, native place, how long they have been staying in the city, the languages they speak, their contact details, etc. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Emphasising that police should become people-friendly, Parameshwara said: "They should not look at us (police) with fear; they should treat us as their sisters and brothers. This will help us know their issues and help build a good relationship between people and police." How will it benefit you? According to the home minister, during their visit, police personnel will request people to share their "goods and bads". Citizens can inform cops if they are being troubled by any anti-social elements, if anyone is troubling their children, or pushing them for drug abuse. People can also inform them about newcomers in the locality. If any resident is not speaking to anyone in the locality and trying to stay remote, it can also be flagged. The data will also help parents know the activities of their children. If they have developed any bad company, that will be informed to the parents, Parameshwara said. Data to be digitalised All the data collected during police house visits will be digitised. Officers will first record the details in a physical logbook, which will then be uploaded to a central system and accessed via tablets handed to beat constables. These digital records will give patrolling officers a clear idea of who lives where, who has moved in or out, whether a home is rented or owned, what language the residents speak, how many people stay there, and what they do. "We're building a city-wide data bank of residents that can be accessed whenever needed," said Parameshwara, while assuring that privacy concerns will be addressed. This digital profiling will also help police identify and monitor VIPs, actors, writers, and other potential soft targets, enabling timely security measures and better protection against criminal threats.
