84 Rescued from Hookah Parlours in Midnight Raids Nagpur police conducted three midnight raids in the Gokulpeth area, rescuing 84 individuals from illegal hookah parlors that operated as hazardous, confined spaces. The operation, led by Chief Police Officer Ravinder Singal, Deputy Commissioner of Police Rashmitha Rao, and Nityanand Jha, uncovered severe safety violations at three establishments disguised as hospitality venues. At one of the raided cafes, operated by Dnyaneshwar Paunikar, police discovered 29 people—including 17 men, 5 women, and staff—smoking hookah in densely packed, smoke-filled rooms. The premises were found to contain hookah pots, flavored tobacco products, gas cylinders, furniture, and other materials used for illicit operations. A second raid targeted a cafe run by Sheikh Sameer, where 41 individuals, including 23 men, 3 women, and 14 staff members, were allegedly trapped for several hours. Customers were reportedly prevented from exiting as hookah sessions continued, prompting police to call the fire brigade. Emergency responders forcibly opened exits, ensuring the safe evacuation of all trapped individuals. The third raid occurred at a cafe owned by Arslan Faim Mirza, where the premises were locked from the outside. Inside, 14 people—9 men and 4 women along with staff—were allegedly confined. Firefighters had to break open the entrance to rescue them. Following the raids, cases were registered under the Bombay Prevention of Wrongful Confinement Act (BNS) for wrongful restraint and confinement, as well as provisions of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003, and the Maharashtra Police Act.#nagpur #rashmitha_rao #ravinder_singal #gokulpeth #nityanand_jha
Beltarodi police bust sex racket, 3 women rescued Nagpur: Beltarodi police dismantled a prostitution ring operating under the guise of a spa center in Manish Nagar on Tuesday. Three women, hailing from Odisha, Sambhajinagar, and Satara, were rescued during the operation. Acting on a tip, a team led by senior inspector Mukund Kawade of the Beltarodi police station, under the supervision of zonal DCP Rashmitha Rao, executed a sting operation. A decoy was sent to confirm if the spa was being used as a front for human trafficking. After verifying the operation, police raided the premises around 5:30 pm and arrested the primary accused, Sonam Adigine (28). Preliminary investigations revealed that the network lured impoverished women from various parts of Maharashtra and other states with promises of financial gain, forcing them into prostitution. The rescued women have been relocated to a shelter home for safety and support. The case highlights the exploitation of vulnerable individuals through deceptive means, underscoring the need for stricter enforcement against such criminal activities. The police action underscores the role of community intelligence in uncovering hidden networks. While the exact scale of the operation remains under investigation, the rescue of the three women marks a significant step in addressing human trafficking in the region. Authorities have emphasized that the incident reflects broader challenges in combating exploitation, particularly in areas where such activities are masked under legitimate business fronts. The operation also raises questions about the effectiveness of existing laws and the need for enhanced collaboration between law enforcement agencies and social welfare organizations.#beltarodi_police #mukund_kawade #rashmitha_rao #sonam_adigine #manish_nagar
