HACK call for cyber resilience

 The Hyderabad Annual Cybersecurity Knowledge Summit, H.A.C.K. 2.0, concluded with resounding success, drawing prominent voices from government, industry, and law enforcement. The summit, hosted by the Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC), highlighted urgent cybersecurity issues and underscored the role of digital citizens in creating a resilient cyber landscape.

Inaugural Highlights

In his opening address, Shri C. V. Anand, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad, and Chairman of HCSC, emphasized, “Cybersecurity is no longer just a policing duty—it’s a collective responsibility. Our digital world demands vigilance and proactive measures from every individual, every business, and every government entity. Together, we can make Hyderabad a beacon of cybersecurity awareness and action.” The summit’s purpose, as highlighted in this year’s theme, "From Awareness to Action: Shaping a Secure Digital Future," is to raise cybersecurity awareness, equip citizens with knowledge, and encourage proactive measures in combating digital threats.

Chief Guest, Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Minister for Information Technology, Telangana, commended HCSC's efforts, noting, “Telangana is deeply committed to fortifying digital security, with comprehensive policies and public initiatives. Events like H.A.C.K. 2.0 are crucial in galvanizing action and building a culture of cybersecurity.”

Keynote Address: A Call for Proactive Measures

In his keynote, Shri Brijesh Singh, IPS, Additional DGP of Maharashtra, stated, “Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and so must our strategies. We need to anticipate, adapt, and act with urgency. Collaborative efforts among law enforcement, private sector, and citizens are essential to secure our digital future.”

Shri C. Shekar Reddy, Secretary General of HCSC, stressed HCSC’s role in fostering public and private partnerships for cybersecurity. He highlighted, “HCSC is not just about addressing cyber threats but also about empowering citizens and businesses. We invite acevery organization and individual to join us in our mission to make Hyderabad a model city for digital security and resilience.”

Presentation on Cyber Threat Landscape in Telangana

Smt. Shikha Goel, IPS, DGP CID Telangana and Director of TG Cyber Security Bureau, provided attendees with critical insights into the cyber threat landscape across Telangana. Her presentation covered recent investigative successes and the pressing need for strengthened collaboration between citizens, industry, and law enforcement to combat escalating cyber threats.

Panel Discussions and Key Takeaways

The summit featured three impactful panel discussions covering essential cybersecurity topics:

Cyber Threats Landscape in India – Trends, Strategies, and Evolving Legal Framework: Moderated by Shri Krishna Sastry Pendyala from EY, this panel explored current cyber threat trends, regulatory frameworks, and strategic approaches. Panelists included Smt. Shikha Goel, IPS, Shri Eswara Sai Prasad Chunduru from IBM, Professor Srikrishna Deva from NALSAR University, and Shri Chinmoy Kumar from the RBI.

AI and Cybersecurity: A Two-Way Street – Defense Strategies, Forensics, and Emerging Threats: Led by Shri Sridhar Sidhu from AT&T, this panel examined the dual role of AI in cybersecurity, exploring its potential for both defense and malicious use. Panelists included Dr. Ganesh Ghalme from IIT, Shri Bala Prasad Peddigiri from TCS, Shri Praveen Kumar Tangela from Alliant Talent, and Professor Ponnurangam Kumaraguru (PK) from IIIT Hyderabad.

The Evolving Role of Digital Citizens and Businesses: Building Resilience Against Cyber Threats in a Borderless World: Moderated by Shri Santosh Kaveti, CEO of ProArch, this discussion emphasized the importance of cyber literacy and resilience among digital citizens and small businesses. Dr. Prasad Patibandla of CRCIDF and Smt. Kavitha Dara, DCP of Cyber Crimes, Hyderabad, shared insights into empowering communities against cyber threats.

Interactive Engagements and "I AM READY" Campaign Launch

A live demo by Shri Manish Yadav showcased advanced cybersecurity tools and techniques. The audience was further captivated by a street play highlighting everyday cybersecurity challenges and practical solutions.

A standout session was the Fireside Chat led by Shri Bharani Kumar Aroll of HCSC and actor Adivi Sesh. During this discussion, the “I AM READY” campaign was launched, encouraging citizens to pledge their commitment to digital safety. Bharani Kumar Aroll remarked, “Our campaign is a call to every citizen to be proactive in their digital safety, because security starts with each one of us.” Attendees received digital badges for taking the pledge, symbolizing their dedication to fostering a safer online environment.

To further this mission, the event featured the launch of short films aimed at enhancing public awareness on cybersecurity. Additionally, a street play (role play) was performed to creatively engage citizens and highlight the importance of cyber vigilance in everyday life.

The "I AM READY" campaign was launched, engaging attendees to pledge their commitment to following cyber hygiene practices, spreading awareness, and becoming responsible digital citizens. Participants who took the pledge received digital badges as a symbol of their dedication to creating a safer digital society.

Closing Ceremony

The summit concluded with a closing ceremony recognizing the contributions of all partners, speakers, and participants. In his final remarks, Shri Santosh Kaveti, Joint Secretary, Cyber Forum, HCSC, called for continued collaboration and vigilance in the journey to a secure digital future. Over 500 attendees joined the H.A.C.K. 2.0 Summit, including business leaders, educators, government representatives, law enforcement officials, and cybersecurity experts, all gathered to discuss and strengthen Hyderabad’s digital resilience.

About HCSC

The Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) is a public-private initiative aimed at advancing cybersecurity awareness, education, and action across Hyderabad. H.A.C.K. 2.0 exemplifies HCSC’s commitment to building a resilient digital landscape by uniting government, industry, and citizens under a shared vision for digital security.

Together, we are building a secure digital future for Hyderabad

City Peace committee meeting held

 Sri CV Anand, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City, held an interaction meeting with the Central Peace and Welfare Committee from all zones of Hyderabad City at TGC&CC, Banjara Hills, to discuss recent sensitive religious issues that occurred in the city.

In this programme, Sri Vikram Singh Mann, IPS, Addl. CP, L&O, Hyderabad and Chairman of the Central Peace and Welfare Committee; Sri P. Viswa Prasad, IPS, Addl. CP, Traffic, Hyderabad City; Sri S. Chaitanya Kumar, IPS, DCP, SB, Hyderabad City and Vice Chairman of the Committee; Ms. Sneha Mehra, IPS, DCP South Zone, Hyderabad City and Coordinator of the Committee; along with DCsP of L&O, Traffic, SB, Taskforce, Head Quarters & Training and SMIT, Hyderabad City, Sri Srikishan Sharma, General Secretary of the Central Peace & Welfare Committee, Sri Hafiz Muzaffar Hussain, Patron, and other office bearers, approximately 350 members of the Peace Committee participated.

During the meeting, participants unanimously condemned any disturbances caused by certain individuals and emphasized the necessity for respectful dialogue among communities. A commitment was made to enhance communication channels between communities and law enforcement to ensure prompt and effective resolution of grievances. Additionally, plans were proposed for community engagement initiatives aimed at fostering understanding and cooperation among different religious groups.

The committee highlighted the importance of preventive measures, including educational programs designed to promote tolerance and respect for diversity. They also discussed strategies to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of misinformation and rumors that can escalate tensions within the community.

CP, Hyderabad expressed the need for a proactive approach in addressing potential flashpoints and encouraged committee members to serve as ambassadors of peace in their respective areas. He sought the cooperation of the peace committee members to maintain the city’s peaceful atmosphere while handling unexpected situations and to continue their tireless work in preserving the reputation of Hyderabad.

The Peace and Welfare Committee assured full support and a willingness to work towards the peaceful completion of upcoming festivals and to combat anti-social activities and vices in society. The committee also pledged to organize community workshops that promote unity, inclusiveness, and proactive conflict resolution.

In conclusion, the meeting reinforced the collective commitment to uphold peace and harmony in Hyderabad City, ensuring that all communities feel secure and respected.

Coordination meeting held for homeless dwellers in city

 As a precautionary measure to avoid any incidents involving homeless people in the city, Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand conducted a coordination meeting with authorities of various government departments and prominent NGOs, working in the field, at the TGICCC on Tuesday. He discussed street dwellers and homeless persons. The day-by-day growing number of vagabonds in the city and the mentally challenged people and their involvement in various crimes was discussed extensively.

The meeting discussed a comprehensive action plan and decided to identify street dwellers and homeless, demented persons, rag pickers, drunkards and to give immediate shelter to those living on the streets; to streamline medical and mental health services; and to make suitable arrangements to prevent them from engaging in any crime. The meeting decided to establish a geo-tagging system for local PS to identify places of worship and religious places in each police station area. Local PS sector SIs should establish good relations with the area committee members.

As a precautionary measure, CCTVs, compound walls, gates, and lock systems should be installed around prayer halls. Any suspicious mentally unstable person should be reported immediately to the local police, who will be checked at the local hospital and taken to a shelter home.

Anand said many incidents involving homeless people are taking place in the city limits; some are mentally retarded. “They are going to religious processions and places and causing distress; if not checked and restrained, there is a possibility of disrupting law and order,” he said.

Officials of all departments have expressed their willingness to work together to formulate a comprehensive action plan, keeping in mind the city’s growing population.

Dr Soumya Mishra, DGP, Prisoners, Correctional Service, Vikram Singh Man, Additional CP (Law and Order), Y Murali Babu, IG Prisoners, Ramadevi, Director, Social Welfare, VB Kamalasan Reddy, IGP, Drug Control Administration, P Vishwa Prasad, Additional CP Traffic, Mohammed Sadan Zeb Khan, DIG Railways, besides officials from TG RTC, RPF, GHMC, Medical & Health, Women & Child Welfare, Revenue, Prohibition and Excise, Public Health, Horticulture, Mental Health Hospital, Erragadda, and all zonal DCPs and Task Force officials attended.

H-NEW nabs two gangs

 Mimicking the movies, and spies, drug peddlers are using ‘dead drops’ to transact their business. This was seen in a recent bust by the H-NEW,  Humayunnagar and Kanchahbagh police teams. Dead drop refers to a method of transferring information or items in a discreet manner, which involves leaving an item in a designated location for someone else to pick up later. Those making the dead drops leave clues for the intended recipients; in this case it is the pictures of the spot. 

The accused used ‘mule accounts’ for payments. “To avoid detection and tracing, the peddlers maintained communication  over social media platforms,” he said and cautioned that the state police were equipped to track the suppliers, peddlers and consumers. 

Police said that Mohammed Abdul Rahman Osman, 24, a Sudanese national, who was residing in Tolichowki, holds a student visa. “He procured narcotics from suppliers in Bengaluru and distributed them to consumers in Hyderabad through a ‘dead drop’, sharing the location of the drugs and receiving payments through digital wallets,” said the police. Osman shares a photo of the place where he stashes narcotics along with the location to his handler, who would then share the same with the customer.

In a different operation, the H-NEW, along with Kanchanbagh Police, apprehended an inter-State drug supplier and two local peddlers.

The accused were identified as Nandakumar PS alias Lalu, 25, from Bengaluru, along with Mohd Imran alias Shukoor alias Sahil alias Immu, 29, and Kodidala Naveen, 24, from Hyderabad.Police seized 80 grams of MDMA, 10 LSD blots, three mobile phones, a weighing machine, and other packaging material from their possession.

“According to the police, Imran, a repeat offender, was previously arrested in February 2024 for drug possession. Facing financial difficulties, he re-entered the drug trade, procuring MDMA and LSD from Nandakumar in Bangalore and local supplier Naveen. He then sold these drugs to consumers in Hyderabad at a higher price,” said the police. 

CP holds court

 The Commissioner of Police & Addl.District Magistrate (Executive), Hyderabad Police Commissionerate held the executive Court at office of the Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad (TGICCC) buildings, Road No.12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad and examined the information placed before the Court by the SHO, Humayun Nagar Police Station.

There is a political rivalry between Mohd.Majid Hussain, MLA/AIMIM, Nampally Assembly Constituency and Mohd.Feroz Khan, (Congress/Nampally A/C MLA contestant) to assert dominance in the area.

On 7.10.2024, while Mohd.Majid Hussain, MLA/AIMIM along with his followers were observing the civic work of CC road at Feroz Gandhi Nagar under the limits of Humayun Nagar Police Station, Mohd.Feroz Khan/Congress along with his followers came there for inspecting the civic work. Upon which, Mohd.Majid Hussain, MLA/AIMIM and his followers took objection, leading to quarrel between both the groups and chaos broke out as both the groups started attacking each other with fist blows and pelting stones, which resulted in injuries to some of the followers of both the groups besides causing panic among the public causing disturbance to the peace and tranquility in the area. The police intervened and dispersed the cadres of both the parties and registered a case u/s 194 BNS, 2023 against the respondents of the both the parties. 

The Commissioner of Police & Addl.District Magistrate (Executive), Hyderabad Police Commissionerate inquired the details of the information from the SHO, Humayun Nagar P.S, who has apprised the Court that there is a political rivalry between the both groups and they are at loggerheads resorting to illegal and wrongful acts causing breach of peace affecting the public tranquility in the limits of Humayun Nagar P.S and its adjoining areas. He further requested to bind them over for the reasonable period the Hon’ble Court deems fit, as there is every likelihood of disturbance to the peace and tranquility.

The Commissioner of Police & Addl.District Magistrate (Executive), Hyderabad Police Commissionerate heard the version of respondents of both the groups (10 of Group-A led by Mohd.Majid Hussain, MLA/AIMIM & 9 of Group-B led by Mohd. Feroz Khan, Congress) and advised them suitably to refrain from such provocative activities and the case adjourned for further hearing. 

If any person or groups, one or more who is likely to commit an act that result into disturbing the peace and public tranquility in the area, he/she/they can be bound over u/s 126 BNSS, 2023 (construed with Sec.107 CrPC) by directing them to execute bond for keeping the peace in the said area for a given period of time, provided such an act is likely to disturb public peace or tranquility at large. 

CP felicitates HCP officers who grabbed medals in State Duty Meet

The Hyderabad City Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand congratulated 35 police officers and staff who showed best performance in Telangana Police Duty Meet 2024 and rewarded them with cash prizes.

The Police Duty Meet 2024 was held during October 14 to 19 Telangana Police Academy. This year, Hyderabad City Police won five gold medals, two silver medals and give bronze medals in events like scientific aids to investigation , cyber crime , forensic science etc. . He encouraged them to win more good medals and bring laurels to earn good name for Hyderabad City Police and assured all cooperation in the future.

CP underscores key role of special branch sleuths

City Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand conducted a review meeting with the special branch staff of #Hyderabad City and told them that they are the eyes and ears of the CP and also the sentinels who protect the city with timely information and intelligence. He encouraged them to approach their roles with commitment, highlighting that the skills and experience gained will prove invaluable throughout their careers in the police department. He emphasized that officers and staff transitioning to the SB from other police wings require orientation to excel in their new roles. Mr.Anand highlighted that the decisions made by superiors will heavily rely on the insights provided by the Special Branch, and urged to maintain heightened state of vigilance and focus on gathering intelligence directly from the field.

He appreciated their work and promised to look into their difficulties while reviewing .

Subsidised canteen for police personnel inaugurated at CAR headquarter

 CP Anand visited CAR Headquarter and performed the customary Ayudha Pooja and Vahana Pooja. Later he inaugurated the subsidised canteen for police personnel.

Defunct Cameras to become operational soon

 In a bid to enhance the operational efficiency of the vast CCTV network and resolve ongoing maintenance and connectivity  issues,  City Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand held  a high-level review meeting with key stakeholders. D-CAMO team of HCP, ITMS, Safe City Project Management team , CCTV vendors, Internet service providers, officials from L&T,TGTS, Cyberabad & Rachakonda Police Commissionerates  attended this review meeting.

 The review focused on five major CCTV projects: the Hyderabad Safe & Smart City Project, Hyderabad Safe City Project, Community CCTV Cameras, Nenusaitham, and the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS).  During the meeting, a detailed assessment of field-level challenges, including the number of cameras under each project, their operational status, and connectivity to TGICCC, was conducted. CP Anand sought budget projections from all stakeholders for maintenance, connectivity, and other operational expenditures. An action plan was finalized to restore defunct cameras to operational status and replace those beyond repair. “The immediate priority is to make all existing cameras functional,” he stressed.

Rational work allotment to all vendors, quarterly review of CCTV projects,  budget issues, enhancing transparency & coordination, and other stats were discussed during the meeting. 

He reiterated that CCTVs are the backbone of effective policing, and said that they enhance public safety and crime prevention capabilities. “The extensive CCTV coverage in Telangana has garnered widespread recognition across the country.” he added.  

Bathukamma celebrations held at CAR Headquarter

 Manifesting the eminence of nature &  culture of Telangana - women officers of Hyderabad City Police celebrated the floral festival, Bathukamma, on a grand note at CAR head quarter here on Saturday evening. The women staff emblazoned the premises with beautiful exotic flowers.  

  The atmosphere was lively as the women officers starting from the rank of home guard to DCP and their wards clapped the hands in unison and sang Bathukamma songs around a huge flowery cone made specially for the purpose.  

              HCP Chief  Mr.CV Anand graced the occasion as chief guest along with his wife Smt.Lalita Anand  and extended his wishes .Along with senior officers he actively participated in the celebrations.  Kolatam, dances augmented the festive vibes. 

CP Anand recited his childhood memories of the floral festival.  “In those days festival was largely celebrated in the rural areas of Telangana. Ever since the State government declared  Bathukamma as state festival,   people in all regions started celebrating with gusto.”  he said. 

HCP hosted Round Table Discussion

 Hyderabad City Police successfully conducted the Round Table Discussion on DJs and Firecrackers in Religious Processions. It was a difficult meeting to organise with representatives of all political parties -Congress , BJP, BRS, MIM , MBT, CPI , CPM, MRPS, TDP, and representatives of all organisations like Bhagyanagar Ganesh Utsav Committee, Khairatabad Ganesh, Balapur Ganesh , Milad Juloos Committee, Sikh Gurudwara Committee, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal, Sriram Navami utsav committee, Shivaji Utsav committee, all having been invited and all attended. MLAs Danam Nagender , Raja Singh , Moazam khan , ex MLAs Chintala Ramchandra Reddy , Pasha Qadri also attended and spoke.

CP Anand started the meeting with a presentation on the difficulties public is facing due to the use of DJ s and the 500% increase in complaints , showed them the video shots of the recent festivals where the loud decibel levels were demonstrated and the type of damage it’s doing was shown. He also explained the legal position wherein the CP #Hyderabad City is duty bound to take action on sound pollution and fire crackers. The voice recordings of various organisation leaders asking for ban on DJ s were played and the opinion of Doctors on the health of people was explained.

In all about 25 leaders and organisation heads spoke and almost all were in agreement that the time has come for decisive action on DJ nuisance as it is going out of control and also violates the basic practices of any religion. Some speakers expressed that some alternate employment to the DJ suppliers needs to be thought about , that a way to lock the sound levels of DJ s to the legal limits should be discovered while a few expressed the opinion that not on religious but DJ s and fire crackers should be banned even in function halls and political rallies.

Many expressed that Narcotics like Ganja is directly linked to this DJ culture and long periods of dancing abilities. Some said that education of the youth and police station wise meetings with them should be conducted. But , overall they agreed that police and Government should be supported to control this menace and promised to extend their support in every manner possible.

CP reviews H-NEW & Taskforce work turnout

 In a comprehensive review of the Taskforce and H-NEW teams, the City Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand instructed for a full-scale crack down on  organised crime networks, including gambling, prostitution, cricket betting, and satta etc.,  He also instructed intensified action against gangs involved in fake goods and adulterated food products. He had a threadbare review on  zone-specific crime, gang rivalries, police man power and NDPS cases etc., 

Good Samaritan felicitated

City Police Commissioner Mr. CV Anand felicitated a good Samaritan Mr.Rizwan, a resident of Charminar,   for his quick response & timely intervention in preventing clash between the two communities during the Milad  procession. Despite a scuffle between the processionists &locals of the other community, Mr.Riyaz pacified it quickly with his proactive action and averted escalation of tension.

Meet hold on traffic control during rain

 On the instructions of Hon’ble Chief Minister, City Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand along with MAUD Principal Secretary Mr.Dana Kishore held a high level meeting with GHMC, Hydra, Rachakonda & Cyberabad Police officials etc., to enhance coordination & deploy quick response on roads & critical junctions during incessant, flash & heavy rains for better traffic management and public safety. 

The meeting emphasized on proactive,  concerted response by all the stakeholders and deliberated on the immediate measures required at critical junctions which include proper diversions, transmitting  weather forecast notifications & traffic advisories more quickly , signages, engineering changes required to prevent water logging & improve flow etc., 

All the participants shared their observations, the measures being implemented in their jurisdictions, and departments, and also elucidated the immediate & long term plans to decongest traffic. 

The meeting also decided on conducting a joint workshop,  forming a high level committee comprising traffic commissioner of Tri-Police Commissionerates, GHMC and other departments, liaising with IT companies  ,monitoring & maintaining water levels in major water bodies, leveraging technology, common communication platform for all departments , and other aspects were discussed during this meeting. 

Ms. Amrapali,GHMC Commissioner; Mr.Vikram Singh Mann, Addl.CP (L&O); Mr. Sudir Babu, CP – Rachakonda, Mr. Avinash Mohanty, CP- Cyberabad, Traffic chiefs of Tri-Police Comissionerates, GHMC Zonal Commissioner and other officials attended this meeting held at TGCCC. 

Milad Procession Concluded peacefully

 "Both the festivals with huge processions ended peacefully, reflecting in the end the composite culture of Hyderabad city , the communal harmony which finally shows in the accommodation of each others aggression of using DJ s.

I sincerely thank the people of Hyderabad for their cooperation with the police and other departments in the last 15 days in maintaining peace . The entire City police force and officers are tired out and need some rest  " said CP Anand. 

Ganesh Shoba Yatra Day-2

 Took a walk from MJ market Junction to Tank bund to speed up the procession pace by giving appropriate directions . By 5 am , the situation was so much better than last year as the tail end had reached MJ market jn and a few hundred vehicles on the other approach roads , hope to keep the important junctions clear for general traffic by 8 am today !

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The entire 25K force of HCP and other units worked continuously in two shifts ( except officers of city police ) throughout the night to expedite the immersion of thousands of idols.

By 5 am , the situation was so much better than last year as the tail end had reached MJ market jn and a few hundred vehicles on the other approach roads , hope to keep the roads clear for general traffic by 8 am today!

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Finally , the curtains fall on this Test Match played over 11 days and the last day’ s play extending beyond 40 hours ! People of South Zone really cooperated and moved their idols early with the result that SZ idols crossed Naya Pul by 10:30 pm . By 6 am important traffic junctions were opened for general traffic and by 10 am the last junctions , Ambedkar and Telugu Talli Secretariat junctions were also opened up . The 1000 idols on trucks were stacked up on necklace road and over the next 5-6 hours the immersion will be done , without any hindrance to normal traffic and life .

I extend my thanks to GHMC and all other government departments for the excellent coordination over the last 11 days . I wished all my officers for working so tirelessly and with such motivation.

DJ s have become a nuisance in all bandobusts and we r wondering how to rein them in. Will let you know soon .

Ganesh Shoba Yatra Day - 1

 Hon'ble CM Visited NTR Marg

Hon’ble CM visited the NTR marg for a personal feel of the immersion ceremony, it’s process, talked to the crane operators and GHMC workers and the facilities provided by government agencies for idol immersion and the general public.

Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand briefed him on the technical aspects of immersion , the time taken , and the effort by police to move idols from all over the city earlier than previous years.

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Second time in a row the 70 feet Khairtabad #Ganesh got immersed by 1:30 pm on immersion day. Despite it involving a challenging procedure of moving the idol to the immersion point, dewelding and welding etc., our central zone police teams and the Utsav committee members toiled and succeeded in completing the immersion.Congratulations to all of them

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Went for an aerial survey with Minister , mayor, Dgp , Ghmc commissioner ,collector to assess the movement of the immersion procession . Found that it was much better than last year and the south zone mandapam organisers have responded to our request and efforts for early departure .

All this has a cascading effect tomorrow if it gets delayed.

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Hon'ble CM visits war room in TGCCC

 H’ble CM Revanth Reddy garu visited the war room of the iCCC in Banjara Hills today to review the bandobust for Ganesh and check on how the entire event is monitored through CCTV s, Drones , wireless communication etc. Made some useful suggestions for improvement which we shall implement.

Final checks

CP Anand took a round of the entire immersion area around Hussein Sagar lake late night , talked to the officers on duty and the crane operators. "Visited the Khairatabad Ganesh -they have worked the whole day to start their journey at 630 am tomorrow and complete it’s immersion by 1:30 pm." he said. 

ALL SET TO GO !

Late night visit to South East, South West and South Zones

 The top brass made late night -early hours visits to SW, South and south east zones to spend time and motivate all officers and staff who are all working hard to keep the city safe and sound.

Attended coordination meeting held by Bhagyanagar Ganesh Utsav Samithi

 City Police Commissioner attended the Bhagyanagar Ganesh Utsav Committee coordination meeting at Exhibition grounds along with other department officials.He answered lot of queries about arrangements and demands .

CP Anand requested them to cooperate with the police for early completion of the immersion by timely movement of idols on 17 th and avoid spillover onto 18th.

VC held with all officers of City Police officers

 With only 48 hours remaining for the Ganesh idol procession and immersion on the 17th, along with other events at Public Gardens and Parade Grounds on the same day, and the Milad Un Nabhi festivities beginning tonight, the Hyderabad City Police intensified the final phase of preparatory activities.

Today, City Police Commissioner Mr. C.V. Anand held a video conference with all zonal DCPs, SHOs, and the patrol and Blue Colts staff. During this comprehensive briefing, CP Anand outlined the challenges ahead and emphasized several key factors that need to be considered while preparing bandobust plans. He stressed the importance of security measures starting tonight, intelligence gathering, and the overall action plan. Blue Colts and patrol teams were instructed to increase patrolling in lanes, bylanes, and mixed-community localities.

Referring to lapses from last year, he emphasized the need for a robust traffic management plan, particularly at critical junctions & cross over points  such as Basheerbagh and MJ Market. "Vehicles approaching critical junctions from different roads should be managed proportionally," he said. Directives were given to DCPs to encourage organizers to move the idols without delay and to provide all necessary logistical support.

Key instructions were issued regarding force accommodation, briefing of external forces, communication systems, anti-sabotage checks, social media monitoring, deployment of SHE Teams, drones, and camera-mounted vehicles, as well as the strategic deployment of additional platoons.

 The arrangements for the Milad-Un-Nabi procession on the 19th and other operational aspects were also discussed in detail.

All DCPs briefed the measures and action plans being implemented in their jurisdictions. Mr. Vikram Singh Mann,IPS Addl. CP (L&O); Mr.P. Viswaprasad,IPS Addl. CP – Traffic; and the DCP – SB spent considerable time discussing precautionary measures, the roles of community elders and youth on both sides, and road safety.

The TGCCC and the CCC at the old CP office in Basheerbagh will be operational from the early hours, with representatives from all departments present to resolve any issues that may arise during the immersion day. 

Smt.J.Parimala Hana Nutan IPS Jt.CP Admn, Smt.K.Shilpavalli IPS DCP SMIT, Smt Rohini Priyadarshini IPS DCP, Sri.P Sai Chaitanya IPS DCP,  Sri.Chaitanya Kumar IPS DCP Special Branch, Hyderabad... and other senior officers attended the VC.

Joint route inspection - Ganesh Shobayatra

 With the Ganesh idols final procession and immersion merely 72 hours away, meticulous final preparations by the Hyderabad City police are underway to ensure the seamless  execution of this grand event. In this regard a joint route inspection involving Police department and other departments was carried out on 14.09.2024. In this inspection Dr. Jitender, IPS, DGP, Telangana, Sri C.V. Anand, IPS, CP, Hyderabad City, Ms. Amrapali Kata, IAS, Commissioner, GHMC, Sri Anudeep Durishetti, IAS, Dist., Collector, Hyderabad, Sri Vikram Singh Mann, IPS, Addl. CP, L&O, Hyderabad City, Sri Sudheer Babu, IPS, CP, Rachakonda, Sri P. Viswa Prasad, IPS, Addl. CP, Traffic, Hyderabad City, Zonal DCsP of Law & Order and Traffic and other wings of Hyderabad City Police, senior officials from HMDA, R&B, Transco, HMWS&SB participated. The route inspection commenced from the famous Balapur Ganesh Temple and covered several significant areas along the main procession route.

            The total route of 19 km from Balapur to Hussain Sagar includes key locations of Chandrayanagutta, Falaknuma, Charminar, Nayapool, MJ Market, and upto Telugu Talli Flyover. The DGP instructed all the officials to put in their best and have perfect coordination to resolve any pending issues. CP, Hyderabad stressed upon the significance of City Police as the nodal department and emphasized on ensuring smooth and swift movement of the procession along the route for which all ranks of the City Police have to contribute their best.

            The team walked from Rajesh Medical Hall up to Gulzar Houz and also halted at M.J. Market Junction and Telugu Thalli Junction to understand the flow of Idols processions and the role of Law & Order and Traffic wings. The other department officers also shared the arrangements being made.

            Timely movement of the idols from various zones was reiterated to all the officers. The en-route height restrictions and junction clearances were also emphasized upon.

            For the Ganesh Festival nearly 25,000 strong police force is being deployed consisting of personnel from Hyderabad City Police as well as from outside. All arrangements regarding their accommodation and food have been made.

            Various roads in the city which are part of the procession will either remain closed for regular traffic or will see traffic diversions. Multiple Quick Response Teams, dog squads, and Anti-Chain snatching teams, SHE teams will also be deployed. The joint command control centre having senior officers from all departments like GHMC, HMDA, Transco, R&B, water works, RTA, Medical and Health etc will be fully operational from early hours of September 17th at TGC&CC.

            The City police appeals to the public to cooperate with law enforcement officials and follow safety guidelines to make this year's Ganesh idols procession and immersion a memorable and incident-free celebration.

West Zone: Milad & Ganesh bandobust arrangements reviewed

 CP Mr.CV Anand visited West zone today, met officers of L&O,Traffic, SB, Taskforce to take stock of the bandobust arrangements being made in connection with the Ganesh Nimmajan,other events and Milad Un Nabhi  processions to be held on 17th and 19th.

"I appeal all of you to be self-motivated, be free minded and be firm while discharging your duties." he said.

Reviewing recent past incidents, active trouble mongers - he instructed them to bindover communal rowdies and extend focus on those who are leveraging social media to spread fake news, sensitive videos.

Sri. SM Vijay Kumar IPS DCP West zone, Sri.BK Rahul Hedge IPS DCP Traffic-I and other officers were present.  

CP visits South East & East Zone

 As part of the ongoing preparations for the Ganesh immersion, Milad, and other events lined up in the upcoming week, City  Police Commissioner Mr.CV Anand visited the South East Zone first, followed by the East Zone, today .He said that  both the zones are  most sensitive due their diverse and mixed population.

 Instilling a sense of support & freedom to the officers , CP Anand emphasized maintaining watch  over unscrupulous, communal elements  and counselling and bind over  those likely to disrupt communal harmony.

They  were urged to be self-motivated,firm in doing their tasks and mentally prepared to handle any situation and that CP is there to protect them in their efforts .

Special Branch (SB) officers briefed the top brass  on recent incidents and outlined on-ground obstacles, particularly those impeding the smooth movement of Ganesh idols  procession. Specific directives were given to ensure procession vehicles follow designated routes appropriate to the height of idols, active community engagement and other operational aspects necessary for the upcoming events.

Traffic officers were directed to maintain decongestion of lanes and ensure a smooth flow of processions.

 Sri.Patel Kanthilal Subash IPS DCP South East Zone, Sri.B.Balaswamy IPS DCP East zone , Sri.N.Ashok Kumar DCP Traffic, Sri.Ande Srinivasa Rao Addl DCP Task force and other officers were present.