Mohammed Siraj Calls on Telangana DGP

 Indian cricketer and Telangana Police Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Siraj called on the Director General of Police (DGP) as per protocol.

Recalling Siraj's early years, the DGP said he had watched the fast bowler's progress from his days in tennis-ball cricket. He noted that during 2013-14, former Hyderabad cricketer and then selector Abdul Azeem had invited him to witness Siraj's talent firsthand.

Following that, Siraj was drafted into Hyderabad's two-day league cricket, before progressing to the three-day league in 2015. His exceptional pace and accuracy earned him a place in the Ranji Trophy squad. In the 2016-17 Ranji Trophy season, Siraj claimed 41 wickets, a performance that marked the beginning of his rapid rise in Indian cricket.

Describing Siraj's journey as an inspiring example of perseverance, the DGP said his rise to representing India across all formats of international cricket reflects how talent, discipline and hard work can overcome even the toughest challenges. He added that Siraj has consistently strengthened India's pace attack with his speed, intensity and remains one of Hyderabad's proud sporting icons.

The DGP congratulated Siraj on his achievements and wished him continued success and many more memorable performances in India's colours.

DGP reviews Police Welfare and Health Protection Schemes

“Putting police welfare at the centre of institutional reforms” Telangana DGP C.V. Anand. Director General of Police C.V. Anand Monday reviewed the functioning of the Police Welfare society and Arogya Bhadratha (Health Protection) wings at the DGP Office and reaffirmed that the welfare of police personnel and their families remains one of the highest priorities of the Telangana Police. The meeting extensively reviewed the implementation of welfare schemes, their progress and future course of action.

Addressing the officers, the DGP said the department has been implementing a wide range of welfare initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of police personnel and their families. He stated that the department has been encouraging meritorious children of police personnel through Merit Scholarships and Meritorious Scholarships. Financial assistance is also being extended to students preparing for JEE, NEET and other national and state-level competitive examinations, thereby promoting higher education and academic excellence.

The DGP said the department is providing comprehensive welfare support through marriage loans, medical loans, education loans, merit scholarships, meritorious scholarships, additional corpus insurance and various grant-based assistance schemes, ensuring financial security for police personnel and their families.

Reviewing the Health Protection Scheme, the DGP noted that 33,126 police personnel and their family members availed treatment under the scheme during 2025, while 12,392 beneficiaries received treatment up to June 2026. Expenditure under the scheme stood at ₹181.74 crore during 2025 and ₹73.61 crore up to June 2026, reflecting the department's continued commitment to employee healthcare.

He also reviewed the Group Personal Accidental Insurance Policy, under which the families of police personnel who die in accidents while in service receive financial assistance. The insurance coverage includes ₹5 lakh for Constables to Assistant Sub-Inspectors, ₹10 lakh for Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors, ₹15 lakh for Deputy Superintendents of Police, and ₹25 lakh for IPS officers and officers above that rank.

Expressing concern over misuse of welfare schemes, the DGP made it clear that employee welfare programmes should never be converted into commercial ventures. He stressed that all stakeholders must uphold ethical standards and ensure that welfare schemes serve their intended purpose. He warned that misuse by a few could adversely affect thousands of police families who genuinely depend on these schemes.The DGP further directed that revenue generated through police canteens, commercial complexes and other departmental resources should be utilised for strengthening welfare initiatives such as the Young India Police School, education of police children, Civil Services and Group examination coaching, scholarships and marriage assistance. He also instructed officials to enhance the budget allocation for these welfare programmes.

Technology for Transparency and Accountability

Emphasising the need for technology-driven governance, the DGP directed officials to introduce a comprehensive digital welfare management system for the Police Welfare and Health Protection wings. He instructed that beneficiary details, fund mobilisation, utilisation and service delivery should be recorded through an integrated online platform to ensure transparency, accountability and real-time monitoring. Welfare services should be fully digitised, and Welfare Committees should be constituted designation-wise for effective implementation.

He also directed those rental rates for departmental commercial complexes be fixed transparently and that such facilities be made available to police personnel and the public in a fair and accessible manner. Every available departmental resource, he said, should be utilised efficiently to generate additional revenue for welfare activities.

The DGP further instructed officials to ensure that low-interest loans are made available to all eligible police personnel, including 9% interest for open plot loans, 6.75% for housing loans, personal loans up to ₹5 lakh at 11% interest, marriage loans up to ₹6 lakh, and education loans up to ₹30 lakh, including loans for overseas education.

Concluding the review, the DGP said, "The primary objective of every welfare scheme is to ensure that benefits reach every eligible police employee fairly and transparently. Every rupee must be spent responsibly. Transparency, ethics and efficient management alone can strengthen the welfare system."

Concern officers give detailed presentation to DGP on various welfare actives. He directed all officers concerned to take necessary steps for the effective implementation of these decisions and reiterated that ensuring the welfare and security of every police family remains a key commitment of the Telangana Government and the Telangana Police.

The review meeting was chaired by Director General of Police C.V. Anand Among those present were DG (l&O) Mahesh M. Bhagwat, ADG Sanjay Jain, IG Multi Zone II- Shahnawaz Qasim, IG (P&L) Gajarao Bhupal, Secretary Police Welfare, arogya bhadhratha Uday Kumar Reddy, Finance Advisor Sharath Kumar and representatives of the Telangana Police Association, including Gopi Reddy, Srinivas Reddy and along with other senior officers.

Major Institutional Reforms Proposed to Strengthen Food Safety and Drug Control

 Today, the Hon'ble Chief Minister reviewed a detailed proposal for the establishment of the Telangana Food Adulteration & Drug Control Authority (TG-FADCA), a major institutional reform aimed at strengthening the State's fight against food adulteration, illegal drugs and related public health threats.At present, food safety and drug control are handled by two separate departments. The fragmented structure, coupled with acute staff shortages, has limited their effectiveness in enforcement and regulation. This has contributed to growing concerns over the spread of narcotics and the increasing incidence of food adulteration, both of which pose serious risks to public health, including a rise in lifestyle diseases and certain forms of cancer.

The proposed TG-FADCA seeks to integrate these two departments under a single Chief Commissioner, creating a unified authority with dedicated Enforcement, Legal, Laboratory and Administrative Wings. The integrated structure is intended to improve coordination, strengthen enforcement capabilities and enable faster, more effective action against offenders.

To ensure that the authority becomes operational without delay, I have proposed the immediate deployment of 100 personnel, to be redeployed from the staff rationalisation undertaken in the Greyhounds, OCTOPUS and State Intelligence Bureau (SIB) units. The proposal will be finalised after incorporating the suggestions made during the review.

The Chief Minister also reviewed proposals for three other specialised institutions that are planned to strengthen governance and public safety across the State. These include the Telangana Vigilance & Enforcement Wing (TG-VEEV), the Telangana Traffic Management & Road Safety Bureau (TG-TMARS), and the Telangana Anti Drug and Safety Committees (TADASC). Detailed discussions on these initiatives are scheduled for next week.

DGP reviewed various initiatives under Safe City Project

 With rapid urbanisation, increasing population, and the growing use of technology posing new challenges to public safety, the Government of Telangana and the Telangana Police are implementing the Safe City Project by leveraging advanced technologies to build a safer and smarter urban environment. The project primarily aims to ensure enhanced safety and security for women, children, senior citizens, pedestrians, and the general public. 

As part of efforts to further strengthen the implementation of the Safe City Project, Director General of Police, Telangana, Sri C.V. Anand, IPS, chaired a high-level review meeting at the DGP Office on Thursday. The meeting was attended by senior police officers along with officials from GHMC and various government departments to review the progress of ongoing initiatives.

Technology-Driven Measures for a Safer City

The DGP directed officials to maximise the use of advanced technologies such as high-definition CCTV surveillance systems, Integrated Command and Control Centres, Intelligent Traffic Management Systems (ITMS), Emergency Response Systems, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and smart monitoring solutions for effective crime prevention, traffic management, and rapid emergency response.

He stressed that technology-driven policing should continue to play a pivotal role in making Hyderabad one of the safest metropolitan cities in the country.

More Mobile She Toilets for Women's Convenience

Giving priority to women's safety and convenience, the DGP reviewed the status of Mobile She Toilets operating across Hyderabad. Officials informed that 12 mobile She Toilets are currently functional across the city. The DGP directed that 12 additional Mobile She Toilets be installed to provide clean, safe, and accessible sanitation facilities for women at important public locations.

Appreciation for She Teams and Bharosa Centres

The DGP appreciated the effective work being carried out by She Teams, Bharosa Centres, the HawkEye App, Safe Travel initiatives, and public awareness campaigns in ensuring women's safety.He emphasised that all stakeholder departments should work in close coordination so that women can move freely and confidently throughout the city without fear.

Strengthening CCTV Surveillance Network

The meeting reviewed the progress of CCTV surveillance under the Safe City Project.

During Phase-I, a total of 2,306 CCTV cameras have already been installed and are operational, including:

Hyderabad Commissionerate – 974 cameras

Cyberabad Commissionerate – 574 cameras

Rachakonda Commissionerate – 758 cameras

Under Phase-II, installation of 862 additional CCTV cameras is under progress:

Hyderabad – 452 cameras; Cyberabad – 297 cameras; Rachakonda – 113 cameras

The DGP instructed officials to ensure that all CCTV cameras remain fully functional at all times for effective surveillance and crime detection.

Pedestrian Safety and Traffic Management

Reviewing road safety initiatives, officials informed that pedestrian signals have been installed at 77 locations across the city. The DGP also directed GHMC officials to repair and ensure proper functioning of the 404 traffic signals already installed so that both motorists and pedestrians can travel safely.

He further instructed officials to introduce special traffic management measures in congestion-prone areas and improve pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. 

Public Awareness Through Mobile Campaign Vehicles

The DGP directed officials to effectively utilise the city's public address and awareness vehicles to educate citizens on Safe City initiatives, women's safety, traffic rules, cybercrime prevention, and anti-drug campaigns.

He observed that public awareness remains one of the strongest tools in preventing crime and ensuring safer communities.

Stating that Telangana has emerged as a model State in adopting technology-driven policing, Sri C.V. Anand said the Safe City Project would further strengthen crime prevention, improve emergency response, and enhance the quality of life for citizens through coordinated efforts of the Police, GHMC, and other government departments.

The meeting was attended by **DGP Sri C.V. Anand, IPS; DG (Law & Order) Sri Mahesh Bhagwat, IPS; DG, Women Safety Wing, Ms. Charu Sinha, IPS; IG (P&L) Sri Gajarao Bhupal, IPS; Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sri C.V. Sajjanar, IPS; Cyberabad Police Commissioner Sri Ramesh Reddy, IPS; Malkajgiri Police Commissioner Ms. Sumathi, IPS; Future City Police Commissioner Sri Tarun Joshi, IPS; GHMC Commissioner Sri R.V. Karnan, IAS; Cyberabad Municipal Commissioner Ms. Srujana; Malkajgiri Municipal Commissioner Sri Krishna Reddy; Transport Commissioner Sri Ilambarthi; Commissioner, Women & Child Welfare Department, Ms. Shruti Ojha, IAS, along with senior officers from the Police Department, GHMC, Municipal Administration, Transport Department and other stakeholder departments.

DGP calls for Al-led fight against cyber crime

 Director General of Police, Telangana, Sri C.V. Anand, IPS, conducted a comprehensive review of the functioning of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau  and its initiatives aimed at strengthening cybercrime prevention, enhancing technological capabilities, and ensuring faster assistance to cybercrime victims. 

During the visit, the DGP inspected various specialised wings/ units of the Cyber Security Bureau, including the Cyber Lab, Security Operations Centre (SOC), Central Monitoring Unit, Social Media Unit, Child Protection Unit, and Digital Forensic Unit. He reviewed their operational capabilities, technological infrastructure, investigation methodologies, and ongoing initiatives to combat emerging cyber threats.

On the occasion, Director, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, Ms. Shikha Goel, IPS, along with senior officers, made a detailed PowerPoint presentation highlighting the latest cybercrime trends, investigative techniques, adoption of advanced technologies, victim assistance mechanisms, and the Bureau's future roadmap. 

 DGP Appreciates AI-Based Cyber Response System 

As part of the review, the DGP personally observed  with the Bureau's AI-powered Cyber Call Centre. During the demonstration, when a caller informed the AI system that she had lost money in a cyber fraud, the system immediately responded empathetically, collected essential details such as the victim's name, location, nearby police station, and incident particulars, and simultaneously alerted the concerned police station for immediate action. 

Impressed by the system's capabilities, the DGP appreciated the use of Artificial Intelligence in providing quick assistance to victims and directed officials to further strengthen and expand such AI-driven citizen services. 

 Significant Progress in Cybercrime Control 

Officials informed the DGP that Telangana has achieved encouraging results in cybercrime control during 2025. Although cyber frauds accounted for ₹1,524 crore in financial losses during the year, the State recorded a 20% reduction in monetary losses compared to 2024. 

The number of cybercrime complaints also declined by 3%, with 91,369 complaints registered during 2025. At the same time, the amount placed on hold (POH) in fraudsters' bank accounts increased from ₹255 crore to ₹279 crore, while the POH percentage improved from 9% to 12%, reflecting better protection and recovery of victims' money. 

 Telangana Ranks No.1 in Cyber FIR Registration  

The review highlighted Telangana's remarkable performance in cybercrime enforcement. Out of 49,620 cybercrime FIRs registered across the country in 2025, Telangana alone registered 21,639 FIRs, accounting for 44% of all cybercrime FIRs in India, placing the State at the top position nationally.

Officials further informed that the FIR conversion rate stood at 78% in high-value cyber fraud cases involving losses above ₹75 lakh, while cases involving losses above ₹1 lakh recorded a 56% FIR conversion rate, demonstrating the State's proactive legal response.

 Cyber Crimes Causing the Highest Financial Losses 

The presentation also revealed that out of 86,177 major crime FIRs registered in Telangana during 2025, 21,639 were cybercrime cases, meaning one out of every four major crime FIRs in the State relates to cybercrime. 

While other major crimes resulted in financial losses of ₹207 crore, cybercrimes alone accounted for ₹1,524 crore, nearly seven times higher, highlighting the growing economic impact of cyber offences.

 DGP Calls for Greater Technological Innovation 

Addressing the officers after the review, DGP Sri C.V. Anand said that EAGLE was one of the first specialised units he had visited after assuming charge as DGP, and he was pleased to now review the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, another critical organisation safeguarding the State's security.

He stressed that cybercrime is evolving rapidly and directed officers to adopt innovative approaches, Artificial Intelligence, advanced analytics, and cutting-edge technologies to stay ahead of cybercriminals. Referring to national performance indicators released by the Government of India, he observed that Telangana has the potential to become the country's leading State in cyber policing by continuously upgrading technology and strengthening institutional capabilities.

The DGP also stated that the ongoing reorganisation of specialised police units, including Greyhounds, OCTOPUS, the proposed Traffic Management & Road Safety Bureau, and new specialised units dealing with drug-related offences and food adulteration, would enable optimal utilisation of manpower. He instructed that additional resources should be deployed to further strengthen the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau wherever necessary.

Expressing concern over the sharp rise in investment frauds, online trading scams, and digital financial frauds, the DGP warned that failure to control such crimes now could lead to far more serious consequences in the future.

He observed that cyber frauds are pushing many families into severe financial distress, with victims losing their lifetime savings. He emphasised that the future of policing will increasingly revolve around cybercrime and directed every officer to acquire strong technological skills and enhance expertise in cyber investigations to effectively tackle emerging threats.

The DGP reiterated that Telangana should strive to become a national model in cyber policing through technology-driven investigations, rapid response systems, enhanced public awareness, and coordinated enforcement efforts.

The DGP also advised citizens to report cyber frauds immediately by calling the 1930 Cyber Helpline or by lodging complaints through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, and cautioned people never to share OTPs, passwords, banking credentials, or other sensitive financial information with unknown persons.

The review meeting was attended along with DGP Sri CV Anand, IPS, Director, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, Ms. Shikha Goel, IPS, SPs Harshavardhan and Sai Sri, Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs), Circle Inspectors (CIs), and other officers of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau.