Minor Girl Rescued in Lucknow; Accused Arrested

Lucknow: In a prompt and coordinated operation, police successfully rescued a 10-year-old girl who had been reportedly lured and taken from her home. The accused, identified as Mohammad Taufiq, alias Gullu, aged around 29 and resident of Sitapur Road, Lucknow, was arrested in connection with the case. The girl had gone missing on 25 September 2025, prompting her family to file a complaint at Thana Madeyganj, Lucknow. Acting swiftly, a police team led by Sub-Inspector Paritosh Mishra, along with Sub-Inspectors Pankaj Nagar, Naveen Singh, Ratan Shah, Mrijesh Kumar, and Woman…

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Mobile Phones Stolen from Car in Broad Daylight Near Amausi Metro Station, Lucknow; Chandigarh University Officer Targeted

Lucknow: Once again, rising street crime in the state capital has raised serious concerns over public safety. A shocking incident of ‘tappebaazi’ (distraction theft) took place under the Amausi Metro Station in the Sarojini Nagar police area, where unidentified thieves stole two mobile phones from a moving car. The victim, Saurabh Dwivedi, an officer at Chandigarh University, Unnao, was travelling to Lucknow in his Kia Sonet. Due to traffic congestion near the metro station, he had to stop his vehicle. Suddenly, someone knocked on his car door. As soon as…

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Security Tightened Outside JPNIC in Lucknow Ahead of Jayaprakash Narayan Jayanti; Police on Alert Over Possible Visit by Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow: Security has been significantly heightened outside the Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) in Gomti Nagar ahead of the birth anniversary of socialist icon Jayaprakash Narayan. The move comes amid the possibility of Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav arriving at the venue, prompting police to go on high alert. Late Friday night, heavy police force was deployed at the main gate, with iron barricades and tin sheets installed to block access. The road leading to the centre has also been closed. Officials said the measures were taken to “maintain…

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UP Police Reshuffle: IPS Vikrant Veer Returns to Service, Appointed New DCP Central Lucknow

Lucknow: In a major late-night reshuffle, the Uttar Pradesh Home Department transferred four IPS officers, bringing a significant change to the Lucknow Police Commissionerate. The most notable move is the appointment of IPS Vikrant Veer as the new DCP Central, Lucknow, marking his return to active service after suspension in the 2020 Hathras case. Vikrant Veer, a 2014-batch IPS officer known for his strict and disciplined policing style, has previously served in Agra, Moradabad, Barabanki, Kanpur and other key districts. After a departmental review and completion of inquiries, the state…

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Public Grievances Addressed at Samadhan Diwas in Saadatganj Police Station

Lucknow: A Samadhan Diwas (Public Grievance Redressal Day) was organized at Saadatganj Police Station, where senior police officials interacted with citizens to address their concerns. DCP West was present on the occasion and conducted a Jan Sunwai (public hearing). He listened to the grievances of the local residents with serious attention and instructed the concerned officials to ensure quick and effective resolution of each issue. As part of the Mission Shakti campaign, aimed at women’s safety and empowerment, the DCP West also inspected the Mission Shakti Centre established within the…

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Encounter in Lucknow’s Para Area: Murder Accused Injured, Looted Vehicle Recovered

Lucknow: A joint team of Para Police Station and Crime Branch engaged in an encounter with armed criminals involved in a recent murder and vehicle robbery case. Police received information that the accused who murdered Yogesh Pal of Buddheswar on September 29 and looted his four-wheeler (Ertiga) were attempting to sell the stolen vehicle. Acting on the tip-off, police launched a checking operation near Kisan Path underpass close to Agra Expressway. During the checking, the police intercepted a suspicious four-wheeler. Instead of stopping, the two men inside opened fire on…

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Lucknow Police Launches Special Crackdown on Illegal Firecrackers Under “Operation Prahar”

Lucknow: In a major enforcement drive ahead of the festive season, the Nagram Police Station of Lucknow Commissionerate conducted a special operation against the illegal manufacturing, storage, and sale of firecrackers under the ongoing “Operation Prahar” initiative. The campaign was carried out under the direction of Police Commissioner Amrendra Singh Sengar, with close supervision from Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Nipun Agrawal, Additional DCP (South) Rallapalli Basanth Kumar, and leadership of Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mohanlalganj, Rajneesh Verma. A 70-member police team conducted an intensive search operation across the Nagram…

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Lucknow Police Rescues Two Missing Schoolgirls Under Mission Shakti 5.0

Lucknow: In a swift and commendable operation, the Saadatganj Police Station under Lucknow Police Commissionerate successfully traced and rescued two missing schoolgirls as part of the Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, aimed at ensuring women and child safety. According to the police, the girls, aged 14 and 15, had lost their way while returning home from school around 1:00 PM. Their worried family members immediately informed the police. Upon receiving the alert, the Mission Shakti Team and Anti-Romeo Squad of Saadatganj Police swung into action and began an intensive search in…

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Mission Shakti 5.0 Empowers Girls at Girls Inter College, Mufti Ganj, Thakur Ganj

Lucknow: Under the Mission Shakti 5.0 initiative, a special awareness programme was conducted at Girls Inter College, Mufti Ganj, Thakur Ganj Police Station, reaching out to 80–100 schoolgirls. The programme focused on personal safety, cyber awareness, and holistic development, combining knowledge with empowerment to help students feel secure and confident. Launched under the guidance of Police Commissioner Amrendra Kumar Sengar, Lucknow Police, Mission Shakti 5.0 is aimed at women’s safety, empowerment, and community engagement. All 54 police stations in Lucknow have Mission Shakti Centres, staffed with officers trained to provide…

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Mission Shakti 5.0 Awareness Programme Empowers Women in Mohanlalganj, Lucknow

Lucknow: Under the banner “Empowered Women, Empowered Nation – Bringing Change in Every Sphere”, the Mohanlalganj Police conducted a special Mission Shakti 5.0 awareness programme at the Primary School premises of Gram Fatte Khera, Mohanlalganj, reaching out to approximately 50–60 women from the village and surrounding areas. Mission Shakti 5.0: A Step Towards Women’s Empowerment Launched on September 22, 2025, under the guidance of Police Commissioner Amrendra Kumar Sengar, the campaign focuses on women’s safety, empowerment, and support. As part of this initiative, Mission Shakti Centres have been established across…

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