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The Hindu
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- The Hindu
Rural policing and surveillance initiative has been well received by public in Kanniyakumari
The Rural Policing and Surveillance initiative launched by Kanniyakumari District Superintendent of Police R. Stalin in April has gained widespread appreciation among the villagers. The initiative was introduced with the objective of reducing crime rates and improving public access to police services. As part of the initiative, two surveillance cameras have been installed at the entry point of the village or hamlet. Additionally, a police personnel from the station under whose jurisdiction, the village falls has been assigned as the in-charge of the village. These officers were directed to visit their assigned villages thrice a week and receive petitions from the public. A total of 764 constables have been assigned as in-charge officers for the villages and they will be supervised by sub inspectors, inspectors and Deputy Superintendent of Police of the jurisdiction. As of June 19, 1,164 villages have been selected for the programme and 415 villages have already been equipped with cameras, while remaining villages were assigned with police officers and camera installations are under way. Though the initiative was launched a couple of months ago, it has already received positive feedback from the public. Raj, from Theroor highlighted the improved accessibility between the public and the police. He mentioned that the initiative has made several processes easier including passport verification, clearance certificates and others. 'We often hear about crimes targeting elderly and women in rural areas across the State. But initiatives like this can help reduce such incidents,' he noted. Bhaskar, a resident of Pulluvilai, said that the initiative has instilled confidence among the public. He added, 'A few weeks ago a two wheeler went missing from our village. But we contacted our in-charge officer Rajkumar and the bike was recovered within a short span of time.' He emphasised that the initiative should continue to remain as effective as it is now. Speaking on the public response Mr. Stalin said, 'I was born and brought up in a rural area and I have experienced the lack of access between police and public in such regions.' He added that the initiative was introduced to bridge the gap between police personnel and villagers. To support this effort, car services have been provided for officers visiting remote tribal hamlets in Pechiparai, Arukani, Pathukani etc,. The SP further noted that in addition to surveillance cameras installed in shops and on roads, setting up cameras at the village entry points has significantly reduced crime rates. It has also made it easier for people to reach out their assigned police personnel directly on their mobile phones. This has also helped in preventing several crimes and facilitated timely tip-offs in cases related to ganja and other illegal activities, the SP said.
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- The Hindu
18 trucks booked for violating entry norms
KANNIYAKUMARI: Kanniyakumari district police had taken actions against the heavy vehicles that entered the district limits at high speed and before the permitted time. To prevent the road accidents in Kanniyakumari district, Superintendent of Police R. Stalin has been implementing various precautionary measures. Accordingly, continuous vehicle checks are being carried out across the district. In this context, actions have been taken under the Motor Vehicles Act against 18 heavy trucks on the same day that entered the district limits at excessive speed and prior to the permitted time. The public is also requested to cooperate with the preventive measures taken by the district police to prevent accidents.
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- The Hindu
Cyber crime division recovers over 300 lost mobile phones in Kanniyakumari
Kanniyakumari District Superintendent of Police R. Stalin handed over 335 recovered mobile phones worth around ₹55 lakh to their rightful owners on Saturday. Several cases regarding lost mobile phones had been registered at police stations across Kanyakumari district. Acting on these complaints cyber crime unit police have been continuously engaged in the intensive task of locating and recovering the mobile phones. As a result of their sustained efforts 335 mobile phones worth around ₹55 lakh have been successfully recovered from various places. These mobile phones were also handed over to the rightful owners by the District Superintendent of police. An official from the cyber crime division said that these cases were registered in 2024 and some in 2025. The official also emphasised that, other than registering a CSR at the nearby police station, people should also lodge their complaints at the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal by uploading the acknowledgement receipt of the complaint registered at the police station. This additional step helps to streamline the recovery process easier. Additionally, swift action is being taken on all petitions received concerning missing mobile phones. It is noteworthy that so far this year alone, 640 mobile phones, worth around ₹1.4 crore have been recovered and returned to their respective owners. At the event Mr. Stalin appreciated the efforts of the cybercrime division for recovering the mobile phones which were accidentally lost or stolen.
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- The Hindu
Kanniyakumari police prevent child marriage during awareness drive in Marthandam
Kanniyakumari District Police launched a campaign called 'Nimir' (The Rising Team) to prevent occurrence of crimes under the POCSO Act in the district. Fifteen female constables have been trained — three from each sub-division — to create awareness of POCSO Act-related crimes and their punishments of them. Additionally, the number of children living with single parents has been recorded and efforts are under way to assist them and raise further awareness. Accordingly, while carrying out an awareness drive in Marthandam area, a couple were found to have arranged a marriage of their 16-year-old daughter. After raising awareness of the Child Marriage Prohibition Act with the parents, the police stopped the scheduled marriage, a statement from the police said. Superintendent of Police R. Stalin appreciated the officials involved in preventing the child marriage.
