Lucknow: As part of its ongoing Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, the Madeyganj Police Station of Lucknow Police Commissionerate organized a special awareness session at Lucknow Convent School on October 6, 2025, aimed at educating children on personal safety, cyber awareness, and protection from abuse. Around 150-160 students, including girls and boys, actively participated in the interactive program. The session, guided by Lucknow Police Commissioner Shri Amrendra Kumar Sengar, is part of a district-wide initiative where Mission Shakti Centers have been established at 54 police stations, each staffed with an Inspector,…
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Lucknow Police’s “Mission Shakti” Strengthens Women’s Safety and Awareness in Rural Areas
Lucknow: As part of its ongoing Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, the Malihabad Police Station of Lucknow Police Commissionerate organized a village chaupal (public outreach program) in Gram Dularmau on October 6, 2025, to raise awareness about women’s safety and rights. The initiative brought together 20-25 women from surrounding villages, providing them with direct access to law enforcement and critical resources. The program, held under the guidance of Lucknow Police Commissioner Shri Amrendra Kumar Sengar, is part of a broader effort across the district where Mission Shakti Centers have been established…
Read MoreLucknow Police Solve Woman’s Murder Case, Arrest Her Son Addicted to Online Gambling
Lucknow: In a significant breakthrough, the Lucknow Police have solved the murder of a woman and arrested her 20-year-old son, Nikhil Yadav, also known as Golu, who was addicted to online gaming and gambling. The operation was carried out jointly by PGI Police Station, the Surveillance Cell of the Southern Zone, and the Crime Team of the Lucknow Police Commissionerate. During the arrest, the police recovered several valuables and the murder weapon from the accused, including: 1 gold chain 1 mangalsutra 1 set of tops 1 pair of earrings 1…
Read MoreRaghuveer Lal Appointed as New Police Commissioner of Kanpur
Kanpur: The Uttar Pradesh government has appointed Raghuveer Lal as the new Police Commissioner of Kanpur. A 1997-batch IPS officer, Lal is currently serving as ADG Security and will take over from Akhil Kumar, who was recently transferred. Akhil Kumar’s transfer took place on August 25, when he was appointed Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Digital India Corporation at the central level. Following this, the Home Department issued a letter to the state government on August 29, directing that Kumar be relieved immediately for central…
Read MoreHusain Ganj Police Nab Notorious Auto Thief Golu Rawat, Recover Stolen Vehicles
Lucknow: In a significant breakthrough, Husain Ganj police have arrested the notorious auto thief Golu Rawat, known for orchestrating multiple vehicle thefts across the city. During the operation, police recovered two stolen autos from his possession. The accused was apprehended in the Sanyog Nagar area while in possession of a stolen auto bearing registration number UP32 PN 9153. During interrogation, acting on his confession, police also recovered a second stolen auto (UP33 CT 9448) from the Udayganj area. The operation was led by Station In-Charge Shiv Mangal Singh, under whose…
Read MoreUP STF Cracks Down on Organized Gang Using Forged Documents for Home Loans, Two Arrested
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UP STF) has achieved a major breakthrough by arresting two members of an organized gang involved in using forged documents to obtain home loans. The accused, identified as Vineet Kumar and Deepak Rawat, are residents of Lucknow. Several critical documents were also recovered from their possession during the operation. The STF apprehended both accused from its headquarters in Lucknow. They were initially summoned for questioning, and during interrogation, sufficient evidence was found indicating their involvement in criminal activities. Consequently, Vineet Kumar and Deepak…
Read MoreLucknow Police Launches ‘Cyber Dussehra’ Campaign to Raise Awareness Against Online Fraud
Lucknow: In a unique initiative during Vijayadashami, the Lucknow Police Cyber Team carried out a special campaign to educate citizens about cyber safety, equating modern-day cyber criminals to the ten-headed demon king Ravana. Thousands of devotees attending the Ramlila and Dussehra celebrations in the Ashiyana area participated in the awareness drive, receiving guidance on protecting themselves from online scams. Cyber Crime Highlighted During Ravan DahanDuring the Ravan Dahan ceremony, the cyber team drew parallels between Ravana’s ten heads representing vices and the tactics used by cyber criminals—such as greed, deceit,…
Read MoreLucknow: Dumper Driver Arrested in Hit-and-Run Case That Killed Couple
Lucknow:In a tragic incident in the Wazirganj area of Lucknow, a dumper driver’s negligence led to the death of a couple. The Lucknow Police Commissionerate successfully traced and arrested the fugitive driver, bringing relief to the victims’ family. On October 2, 2025, Pankaj Joshi, a resident of Haiderganj, filed a complaint at Wazirganj Police Station, reporting that his brother and sister-in-law were struck by a dumper. Both victims sustained severe injuries and succumbed to them on the spot. Acting on a tip-off, the police conducted a raid around 3:50 PM…
Read MoreLucknow Police on High Alert Ahead of Friday Prayers and Upcoming Festivals
Lucknow: With Friday prayers and the forthcoming festive season approaching, Lucknow Police have stepped up security measures across the city. Joint Police Commissioner (Law & Order), Bablu Kumar, stated that the city remains fully alert, keeping in mind incidents from other regions. Special patrolling has been intensified in various neighborhoods and lanes under Madeyganj Khadra Police Station, with the station in-charge, sub-inspectors, and the entire police team actively deployed to maintain law and order. Authorities have urged residents not to pay attention to rumors or unverified messages, emphasizing that the…
Read MoreTeen Beaten by Local Goons in Lucknow’s Wazirbag Area, Police Register Cross FIR
Lucknow: A late-night incident in Wazirbag, a central locality in Lucknow, has left residents shaken after a teenager was allegedly abducted and beaten by a group of local youths. The victim had gone out to buy groceries when he was reportedly confronted, threatened, and taken to a secluded area by the accused, where he suffered physical assault. The victim’s mother, Tanzeem Fatima, filed a written complaint with the police, alleging that the accused—identified as Shahnawaz, Arshad, Sameer, Sahil, and their associates—have prior criminal records and possess illegal weapons. According to…
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