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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Time of India
Criminals out on bail under police scanner
Patna: Police have initiated a comprehensive surveillance programme in the city to monitor criminals released on bail, following directives from police headquarters. Patna SSP Avkash Kumar announced on Friday that the drive, which began two days ago, involves thorough verification of bail-released offenders. Under this contact campaign, police officers are conducting door-to-door verification visits to the residences of individuals released on bail. In cases where the released offenders are not found at their registered addresses, their family members are being instructed to ensure the people report to the local police station. The SSP warned that those who fail to comply with the verification process risk having their bail cancelled and facing re-arrest. Special police teams have been formed to arrest wanted criminals. Comparing crime statistics, the SSP revealed that Patna district recorded 116 murder cases till May 2025, showing a decrease from 142 cases in the same period of 2024. However, he clarified that these figures, released by the ADG from headquarters, reflect trends across all Bihar districts, not just Patna. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Bihar double murder: 2 youths shot dead near temple in Patna
Two youths were shot dead near a temple in Bikram police station area of Paliganj subdivision of Patna district early Monday morning. An Apache motorcycle and 12 bullet shells were recovered from the spot. According to police, the double murder took place near Guerrilla Sthan on Manjhauli-Singhara Road. Locals informed police via Dial 112, after which a team reached the scene and took custody of the bodies. Police said both youths were shot at close range, likely while they were at the temple, which led to instant death. The mobile phone found in one victim's pocket helped identify him as a resident of Baghakol in Bikram block. According to the police, efforts were taken to confirm the identity of the second youth. Avkash Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police, said, "The bodies of two persons were recovered on the side of Manjhauli-Singhara road under Bikram police station. Prima facie, both persons appear to have been shot dead. Forensic evidence has been collected by the police with the help of the FSL team, and the incident is being investigated with the help of the dog squad team." "A post-mortem of the dead body is being done. A dozen shells have been recovered from the spot. Raids are being conducted to identify the criminals involved in the incident and arrest them," he added. Soon after the news spread, the family members of the victims became enraged. They surrounded the Bikram police station, blocked the main road at the square, and created a ruckus for two hours, demanding immediate arrests and questioning police inaction. Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Avkash Kumar, along with the City SP, DSP, and in-charges of over a dozen police stations, reached the spot and are investigating the incident. The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team and dog squad collected evidence from the scene. Police said raids were ongoing and assured that the accused would be arrested soon. The post-mortem was being conducted, and more details were expected as the investigation progressed. The police have conducted a Post-mortem of the dead body. A dozen shells have been recovered from the spot. Raids are being conducted to identify the criminals involved in the incident. Further investigations are still underway.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Time of India
City witnesses surge in criminal activities
Patna: State capital has witnessed a surge in criminal activities despite the deployment of a robust police force, over 3,000 CCTV cameras, and hundreds of Dial-112 teams. The rise in crime in the past five months has been significant, despite the fact that the city has a ratio of one senior police officer for every two police stations. According to figures shared by Patna Police, the city registered 116 murders, 48 robberies, 36 rape cases, 10 dacoities, and 33 snatching incidents, excluding cellphone thefts, from Jan to May. Additionally, 13 cases of extortion were reported, they added. However, Patna Police claims decline in crime incidents, adding that prompt action is being taken against the criminals. It said 14,962 arrests were made between Jan and May this year. According to the police, the crime rate also declined this year compared to 2024. The decline in crime is attributed to increased patrolling and stepped police vigilance across the city. Patna SSP, Avkash Kumar, said, "Compared to 2024, this year there has been a decrease of 18.31% in murders, 33.33% in robberies, 42.86% in loot, and 49.30% in rape cases. In comparison to 2024, there has also been a decrease of 21.43% in theft, 51.85% in robbery, and 18.23% in burglary incidents this year." He said in most of the murder cases, the matter is either related to land disputes or illicit affairs. The SHOs have been directed to gather information about land disputes from the chowkidars deployed in their areas concerned. Then the SHOs are asked to hold meetings with the circle officers to resolve the disputes. "If any cognisable crime like murder, dacoity, or rape occurs, the police immediately seek court permissions for property attachments of the absconding accused. A total of 33 police stations, identified in the vulnerable areas of the district, have been provided bike-patrolling units to review the security arrangements in the banks, jewellery shops, customer service points and market areas. Equipped with GPS and wireless sets, four such bike patrolling units deployed in each station work round-the-clock," the SSP added. According to the figures shared by Patna Police, East Patna witnessed the highest number of vehicle thefts with 681 cases, while West Patna reported 66 house break-ins from Jan to May. The crime statistics for East Patna also include 14 robberies, three dacoities, and 66 burglaries. Central Patna registered 396 vehicle theft cases, 29 burglaries, and three robberies. Western Patna reported 253 vehicle thefts, 78 burglaries, six robberies, and three dacoities. Rural Patna recorded comparatively lower numbers with 86 vehicle thefts, 47 burglaries, eight robberies, and one dacoity. Chain snatching has emerged as a concern, with criminals on motorcycles targeting pedestrians in various areas including Gandhi Maidan, Boring Road, Atal Path, Ganga Path, Kankarbagh, and Gola Road, said the figures. In April and May alone, motorcycle-borne criminals snatched gold chains from 12 women and two men. Feb and March witnessed six and 10 chain-snatching incidents respectively.
Time of India
04-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
DM reviews preparations for Bakrid
Patna: DM Thiyagarajan SM and SSP Avkash Kumar on Wednesday directed the officials to strengthen and activate intelligence networks and undertake special precautionary measures at sensitive locations on Bakrid, which is likely to be on June 7. The two officials were addressing a meeting to review law and order preparations for the upcoming festival. Directives were issued to all SDOs and SDPOs to organise peace committee meetings. The officials were instructed to ensure strict surveillance on anti-social elements, keep the social media monitoring cell active. The DM said, "In view of administrative preparations and smooth conduct of the prayers, entry for the general public to the Gandhi Maidan will be restricted from June 5 evening, until the conclusion of the festival." Those coming to offer prayers with vehicles will enter through gate no. 5 and 10. Parking facilities will be available inside the ground. Pedestrians will enter through gate nos. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. The DM directed timely completion of all necessary arrangements at the Gandhi Maidan. The officials were ordered to keep all CCTV cameras at the Gandhi Maidan ready, besides deputation of doctors, paramedical staff, and ambulances. Suggestions were also taken from Mahmood Alam, president of the Namaz-e-Edain committee, and other committee members. The DM stated that as the nodal officer, additional district magistrate of disaster management will coordinate with Alam. A temporary police station will also be operational at Gandhi Maidan for security purposes.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Time of India
NEET-UG to be conducted at 125 centres amid tight security today
Patna: The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET-UG) will be conducted in more than 125 centres in Bihar, covering all 35 districts, on Sunday. Patna district alone accounts for 96 examination venues. The exam will be held in a single shift, in offline mode, from 2pm to 5pm. Candidates will be permitted to enter the examination halls between 11am and 1.30pm. To ensure a fair and orderly conduct of the examination, 104 static magistrates, 20 nodal officers and 96 police escorts have been deployed across the state. Also, 15 magistrates have been placed on alert at the district control room. Additional district magistrate (law and order), Patna, has been appointed as the nodal officer responsible for overseeing the smooth conduct of the exam. Patna DM Chandrashekhar Singh and SSP Avkash Kumar had earlier held a joint briefing to emphasise the importance of maintaining a clean, fair and peaceful examination environment. Centre superintendents and invigilators were instructed to remain vigilant, responsive and committed to strictly enforcing the guidelines issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The DM also directed that all deployed police officers and magistrates must report to their respective examination centres on time. Following last year's paper leak incident, the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar Police had issued an advisory on Friday, warning NEET-UG candidates about the risk of cyberfraud ahead of the exam. The advisory urged candidates to exercise caution and not to trust any phone calls or messages that promise access to question papers or answers before the examination.
