Nagpur police deploy 2,500 officers to manage security during Ram Navami events and address fuel rush Nagpur police face a dual challenge on Thursday as they prepare to ensure security during Ram Navami celebrations while also managing the surge in demand at petrol pumps and LPG storage facilities. The city’s police force has deployed 2,500 personnel, supported by 1,000 State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) jawans and 1,000 home guards, to maintain order and prevent disruptions. Over 227 programs have been registered for the festival, including 92 shobha yatras, 76 cultural or religious events, and 60 mahaprasad distribution ceremonies. Each procession will be accompanied by at least one police officer to ensure safety and prevent incidents. Simultaneously, the police are tasked with addressing the chaotic situation at fuel stations and LPG godowns, where long queues have spilled onto main roads. On Wednesday, the police control room received numerous urgent calls reporting traffic congestion, confusion, and overcrowding at petrol pumps. The affected areas include Medical Square, Ajni, Ashok Chowk, Mate Square, Panchsheel Chowk, and Trimurti Nagar. To manage the crisis, police have issued continuous wireless messages to field units, deployed bike patrolling teams, and stationed beat marshals around major fueling points. Senior officers are monitoring the situation in real time to adjust resources as needed. The deployment highlights the city’s efforts to balance religious festivities with logistical challenges. While the police focus on crowd control and safety, the fuel shortage has created additional pressure, requiring rapid coordination to prevent further disruptions. The situation underscores the complexities of managing large-scale public events amid resource constraints.#ram_navami #nagpur_police #fuel_shortage #state_reserve_police_force #home_guards
Hookah Parlour at Ram Nagar Restaurant Busted Nagpur police conducted a raid on a restaurant in Ram Nagar, uncovering an illegal hookah parlour operating under the guise of a café. The operation, carried out on Friday night, led to the registration of cases against five individuals, including the establishment’s owner. The accused include Brijesh Pal (35) from WCL Colony, Prakash Khadka (28) from New Colony, Sujal Mendhe (21) from Ambazari Tekdi, Uday Yadav (23) from Godhni, and Suraj Gajbhiyye (23) from Ambazari Tekdi. The raid was initiated after intelligence indicated the premises were serving hookah to customers. During the operation, police found patrons engaged in hookah consumption and seized prohibited tobacco products along with hookah equipment. The action was part of a broader effort to dismantle illegal hookah parlours that operate within restaurants and cafés, which authorities claim have proliferated in the city. The raid was supervised by DCP Nityanand Jha, with senior officers such as Vinod Godbole, Rajesh Lohi, Baljit Thakur, Kamlesh Naneer, and Pravin Lokhande involved in the enforcement. The police emphasized that the operation targeted establishments that circumvent regulations by disguising their activities as legitimate businesses. This case highlights ongoing efforts to curb the illegal trade of hookah, which is often linked to health risks and regulatory violations. The arrests and seizures underscore the authorities’ commitment to enforcing laws against unlicensed operations that pose threats to public health and safety.#nagpur_police #ram_nagar #brijesh_pal #prakash_khadka #sujal_mendhe
One Year Of Mahal Riots: City Police Bolster Community Ties A year after violent clashes erupted in parts of Mahal, Nagpur police have intensified efforts to rebuild trust between communities through regular engagement and targeted outreach programs. The initiative aims to enhance coordination, strengthen communication, and prevent future unrest while preserving peace in the region. The riots, which occurred a year ago, were triggered by protests demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Tensions escalated rapidly as false rumors spread on social media, including claims that a holy cloth had been burned. Rioters hurled stones, set vehicles ablaze, and damaged shops, leading to widespread disruption. The violence resulted in over 30 police personnel, including four deputy commissioners and one assistant commissioner, sustaining injuries while attempting to control the situation. More than 100 individuals were arrested, though most were released within three months due to insufficient evidence. Police later confirmed that no holy materials had been damaged, clarifying that the violence remained confined to specific areas such as Chitnis Park, Bhaldarpura, and nearby neighborhoods. Commissioner of Police Ravinder Singal emphasized that the incident should not be viewed as a citywide riot, noting that no senior community leaders were involved. He attributed the violence to impulsive reactions by some young people, exacerbated by provocative rallies organized by certain groups. The Yashodharanagar slums emerged as a primary hub for rioters and are now under close monitoring by police and intelligence agencies. However, the lack of functioning CCTV cameras installed by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation posed significant challenges for investigators.#chhatrapati_sambhajinagar #mahal_riots #nagpur_police #yashodharanagar_slums #fahim_khan
