January 1st 2025.
Last year, there was an increase in crime cases in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, while the neighboring city of Cuttack saw a decline, according to a senior police officer. Police commissioner Suresh Dev Datta Singh addressed reporters, stating that there were 21,613 registered cases in the twin cities in 2024, compared to 19,410 in 2023.
Singh noted that while there was a rise in murder, swindling, and motor vehicle-related cases, other crimes such as dacoity, robbery, burglary, theft, rape, and rioting decreased in both Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. He attributed this increase to various factors, including the implementation of free registration policies and encouraging victims to report incidents without hesitation. He also mentioned that there was a rise in miscellaneous cases or petty crimes.
The police commissioner shared that in the Bhubaneswar urban police district, there were 14,392 registered cases in 2024, compared to 11,975 in 2023. He added, "Murder and swindling cases in the capital city increased by 26.92% and 30.75%, respectively. However, the crime rate for incidents such as dacoity, robbery, burglary, theft, and rioting showed a decline in Bhubaneswar."
According to police data, there were 7,263 cybercrime cases reported in Bhubaneswar city last year, involving a total of Rs 82.53 crore. This was a significant increase from 2023, where the city saw 4,832 cybercrime cases involving Rs 42.61 crore. The police were able to make progress in these cases, as they arrested 38 individuals and were able to freeze Rs 23.60 crore. They also returned Rs 2.50 crore to the victims.
On the other hand, Cuttack saw a relatively lower number of crime cases last year compared to 2023. The city recorded 7,221 cases in 2024, compared to 7,435 in 2023. The police data added, "Excluding theft and dacoity cases, all other crime cases in Cuttack declined." In total, 13,928 cases were closed in Bhubaneswar, and 5,837 in Cuttack during the year.
In conclusion, while there was an increase in crime cases in Bhubaneswar last year, there was a decline in Cuttack. The police department has been actively working to combat these issues, and their efforts have resulted in the closure of many cases and the return of stolen funds to the victims. They urge citizens to come forward and report any incidents without hesitation, as it helps in maintaining the safety and security of the twin cities.
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