Nagpur: In a press conference, Nagpur Police Commissioner Dr. Ravindra Singhal highlighted the significant achievements of the Nagpur police over the past eight months. From January to August 2024, the force has seized goods worth Rs. 4 crore, with a notable contribution from Unit-3.
Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, arrests have been made including the seizure of 900 grams of methamphetamine. Over 230 criminals have been apprehended in connection with drug-related offenses, and the police are keeping a strict watch on both drug suppliers and users. The Commissioner emphasized that the goal of the police is to maintain a crime-free and accident-free Nagpur.
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On August 21, 2024, under the jurisdiction of Nandanvan Police Station, officers from the NDPS unit arrested three individuals in possession of methamphetamine. The seized items included 907 grams of methamphetamine powder valued at Rs. 90.7 lakh, along with four mobile phones, an electronic weighing scale, and cash amounting to Rs. 91.18 lakh. The police are still searching for additional suspects involved in this case.
In another incident, an elderly man, Purushottam Ramchandra Bhedarkar, was defrauded of Rs. 10 lakh in gold jewelry and cash from his home. The police arrested Sagar alias Mandla Vijay Rambhale, Saksham Premnath Maudekar, and Rajat Venkatesh Devghare, and are continuing their search for Satish Ratanlal Gaur and Nilesh Kushal Chhapparghare.
On August 16, 2024, the Ambazhari Police Station reported a case of ATM fraud involving Rs. 90,000. Three suspects from Uttar Pradesh were arrested, and the stolen cash was recovered. The police commissioner revealed that these suspects have multiple cases registered against them nationwide.
From January 1 to August 23, 2024, the NDPS unit has conducted 169 operations, resulting in the arrest of 222 individuals and the seizure of goods worth Rs. 3.99 crore. Of this, the NDPS unit alone seized Rs. 2.51 crore worth of goods.
Regarding the trafficking of methamphetamine in Nagpur, Commissioner Singhal clarified that methamphetamine was not transported in fruit crates but via private travel buses. The police have intercepted and arrested individuals involved in the distribution of methamphetamine.
In response to questions about why private buses are not regularly checked, the Commissioner explained that daily inspections are not feasible due to the volume of buses, but random checks based on intelligence are conducted. Private bus owners are advised to inform the police of any suspicious activity.
Ahead of the “Maharashtra Bandh” called by the Maha Vikas Aghadi, the police have made extensive preparations to ensure law and order. The Commissioner noted that while the Mumbai High Court has rejected the bandh, the police remain vigilant.
He also addressed concerns about traffic congestion caused by roadwork and assured that contractors are instructed to inform traffic police in advance.
In response to concerns about the impact of drug busts on crime and accidents, the Commissioner emphasized the importance of public awareness and cooperation. The police are committed to combating drug trafficking and ensuring Nagpur remains a safe and crime-free city.
