As part of his district tour, Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand visited Khammam and reviewed policing, crime control, road safety, and technology-driven policing initiatives.
Key Highlights:
- Conducted a comprehensive Crime Review Meeting with police officers.
- Inaugurated the Road Safety Park.
- Inaugurated the 250 CCTVs installed in the district and connected to the Command Centre.
- Police personnel educated students on road safety and traffic rules.
- Distributed helmets to police personnel and members of the public to promote road safety.
- Participated in Vanamahotsavam by planting saplings.
- Inaugurated the CCTV Command Facility at the Commissionerate.
- Appreciated citizens who played a vital role in installing CCTV cameras in their villages.
- Urged citizens to responsibly inform police about drug abuse, particularly among youth in villages and educational institutions.
- Stated that wearing the Police Uniform is a privilege, noting that only about 0.16% of the State's 4.5 crore population gets the opportunity to serve in uniform.
- Directed police to strengthen night patrolling to curb property offences.
- Instructed strict and accurate implementation of CCTNS data management.
- Announced that a Traffic Management Bureau, on the lines of EAGLE, will soon be established to improve road safety.
- Instructed to wage war against narcotics and save the future generation.
- Instructed to work as per law, do justice to the poor and helpless.
- Instructed police not to interfere in civil and land disputes and follow SOP.
- Directed all officers to strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ordered special action against the sand mafia, soil mafia, and rowdy elements.
- Stressed effective policing through advanced technology, including CCTNS 3.0, Hawk Eye 3.0, and TG COPS 3.0.
The Commissioner of Police delivered a presentation on various policing initiatives and key performance indicators.
Major Crime Trends Presented During the Khammam District Crime Review
During the district crime review meeting, the Commissioner of Police presented a detailed analysis of the major crime trends in Khammam Commissionerate.
- Financial fraud cases have witnessed a 30% increase, while job fraud cases have risen by 36%.
- The CP noted a growing number of fake document cases, indicating an emerging trend that requires close monitoring.
- GST-related offences have also come to the notice of the police and are under investigation.
Road Safety & Traffic
- A total of 146 road accident cases were registered in 2026 (up to the review period), compared to 317 cases in 2025.
- Police have identified accident-prone black spots (hotspots) in urban and rural areas and are taking preventive measures by installing road dividers, warning signboards, and traffic indicators, while also conducting public awareness campaigns.
Cyber Crime
- As of June 2026, 711 cyber crime cases have been registered.
- Victims lost approximately ₹9.48 crore in cyber frauds.
- Police have successfully recovered and refunded ₹1.41 crore to victims.
- The overall cyber crime rate stands at 14.9%, the Commissioner informed.
Narcotics Enforcement
- Police seized 1,700 kg of ganja in 2026, while approximately 4,000 kg was seized during 2025.
- The Commissioner stated that Khammam continues to register one of the highest volumes of ganja seizure cases in the State, reflecting sustained enforcement against narcotics trafficking.
The DGP analysed the lapses in the district crime strategies and advised remedial measures in his review.
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