Rachakonda Police Report 2025: Overall Crime Up 15.4%, Cybercrime Down 19%

The Hindu
The Hindu
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Rachakonda sees a 15.4% crime rise and 19% drop in cybercrime in 2025. Serious crimes against women declined, road accidents increased.
Rachakonda Police Report 2025: Overall Crime Up 15.4%, Cybercrime Down 19%
A What happened
The Rachakonda Police Commissionerate's 2025 annual report revealed an increase in overall crime by 15.4%, from 28,626 cases in 2024 to 33,040 in 2025. This increase was primarily due to bodily offences rising to 27,342 cases and kidnappings increasing to 579. Cybercrime cases decreased by 19%, totaling 3,734, with ₹40.10 crore refunded to victims. Crimes against women saw a 4% rise, but serious crimes like rape, dowry murders, and abetment to suicide declined. Road accidents rose 8.8%, with fatalities stable despite higher deaths and injuries, notably on the Outer Ring Road. Policing focused on visible presence, quick response, and technology, achieving a 78% case disposal rate, 144 contested case convictions, major narcotics seizures, and dismantling of trafficking networks.

Key insights

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    Shift in crime patterns: The decline in cybercrime juxtaposed with a rise in bodily offences suggests shifting criminal tactics or reporting efficacy in Rachakonda.

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    Targeted law enforcement approach: Rachakonda Police's use of visible patrols and technology indicates a strategic focus that influences the reduction in property crimes and improves case disposal and convictions.

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    Persistent challenges in crimes against vulnerable groups: Despite overall improvements, increased molestation and POCSO cases reveal ongoing systemic issues in protecting women and children.

Takeaways

Rachakonda's 2025 crime report shows complex crime dynamics where strategic policing reduces some offences but challenges remain in protecting vulnerable populations and managing road safety.

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