Surgical Strike on Crime: Agra Police’s Unprecedented Crackdown in 100 Days
Agra | August 4, 2025 — In a remarkable display of law enforcement, Agra Police has launched what many are calling a “surgical strike” on crime over the last 100 days. Under the leadership of Police Commissioner Deepak Kumar (IPS), the police force has delivered impactful results across crime control, women’s safety, cybercrime, and modernization.
Cracking Down on Criminals: The Numbers Tell the Story
- 8,306 wanted criminals arrested and jailed
- 38 police encounters, resulting in:
- 70 criminals arrested
- 43 injured, 1 killed
- 65 booked under Gangster Act, 139 under Excise Act
- 91 arrested with illegal firearms:
- 67 country-made pistols, 20 rifles, 3 pistols seized
- 37 drug traffickers caught, large narcotics seizures
- 32 declared history-sheeters, 4,451 preventive actions
Swift Justice: 515 Convictions in 100 Days
- 327 fast-tracked trials
- 29 life sentences, 14 sentenced to 20 years
- 392 received sentences under 5 years
- Dedicated legal follow-up ensured quick justice
Women’s Safety Gets Top Priority
- Surveillance at 3,000+ public places, 180+ red cards issued
- School campaigns on “Good Touch–Bad Touch”
- Women Help Desks strengthened and sensitized
Cyber Crime: Operation Codebreak
- Action on QR scams, social media fraud, banking frauds
- ₹4.07 crore recovered and returned to victims
- Crackdown on fake SIM card dealers
Traffic Management & Public Convenience
- 8,664 challans issued, 291 vehicles seized
- “e-Raah App” launched for traffic, women safety & e-rickshaw tracking
Modernization and Community Engagement
- Upgraded Dauki, Barhan police stations and new training centre
- Improved public interface and digital grievance system
“Public safety, women’s empowerment, and cybercrime control are our top priorities. The journey of trust and reform will continue.”
— Deepak Kumar (IPS), Police Commissioner, Agra