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Telangana witnessed largely peaceful Ganesh idol immersions, with nearly 88,000 idols immersed by Friday morning and the process expected to conclude by Saturday. DGP CV Anand said over 25,000 police personnel had been deployed in Hyderabad, while 13 deaths and 26 injuries were reported during the 10-day festival period.

An extensive investigation was launched after weapons and ammunition went missing from the Madras Regiment Headquarters Company in Bolarum. Telangana police, Army intelligence and other agencies scrutinised thousands of call records, CCTV footage and questioned dozens of personnel, but no espionage link was found so far.

A retired Army havildar was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly stealing rifles, pistols and ammunition from the Madras Regiment’s Bolarum unit. Police said Upputholla Mallesh, dismissed from service in June, broke into the armoury and concealed the weapons near his home before being tracked down.

DGP CV Anand urged Telangana’s 93,000 police personnel to stay away from online betting, gaming, drugs and other addictions. On World Suicide Prevention Day, he said two personnel had died by suicide in the past four months, reportedly over betting-induced debts.

Telangana DGP CV Anand struck an unbeaten 126 for Secunderabad Club, while Ajay Kumar Sangem smashed 142 for Kakatiya as centuries highlighted Sunday’s HCA C-Division one-day league action. Several matches were affected by rain, with two ending without results

Telangana has reported a 7.15 per cent rise in overall crime over the past three years, driven largely by organised crime, narcotics and traffic offences. While grave crimes, cybercrime and economic offences registered a decline, DGP CV Anand has directed officers to adopt data-driven strategies to counter emerging threats, with emphasis on organised networks and drug-related cases.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned alleged police excesses in Suryapet, Mahabubabad and Nagarkurnool and urged Telangana DGP CV Anand to take action. He also criticised the Revanth Reddy government over cases against those protesting and questioning it.

DGP CV Anand launched TG-VEER, a grievance portal for families of police martyrs in Telangana. During his visit to erstwhile Warangal district, he reviewed policing, discussed cybercrime and drug-related challenges, and stressed the importance of basic policing principles

Telangana has introduced 112 as its single emergency helpline under the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS). The integrated service connects police, ambulance and fire departments, enabling faster coordination, quicker response, and easier access to emergency assistance across the State.

The Telangana government has directed district collectors and police officials to stay alert as heavy rains are expected over the next two days. NDRF and SDRF teams have been kept on standby, while people have been advised to avoid waterfalls, rivers and flooded tourist spots.

DGP CV Anand directed police officers to strengthen technology-driven policing and improve Telangana’s performance in national cybersecurity rankings. He emphasised effective implementation of e-Zero FIRs, public awareness campaigns, and wider use of CCTNS.

Director General of Police CV Anand said drug peddlers pose a greater threat than Maoists and called for stringent action against ganja traffickers. He also announced plans for a Traffic Management Bureau and reviewed law and order with police officials in Khammam

DGP CV Anand said Telangana Police aim to eradicate the drug menace by December 2029 through coordinated efforts with Central agencies. During his Kothagudem visit, he reviewed crime control, cybercrime, road safety, anti-drug measures and preparations to strengthen policing across the district

Recent spells of rain have exposed deficiencies in Hyderabad’s monsoon preparedness, prompting intervention by senior police and HYDRAA officials. Civic bodies cite resource limitations and delayed infrastructure works as waterlogging, traffic congestion and rain-related fatalities continue to affect residents.

Early monsoon showers in Hyderabad have highlighted civic shortcomings, with waterlogging and traffic snarls affecting residents. DGP CV Anand personally inspected rain-hit areas, directing police officials to remain on high alert, coordinate with civic bodies, and ensure public safety.

Telangana DGP C V Anand inaugurated the Integrated CCTV Monitoring System at the Adilabad Command and Control Centre. The network integrates nearly 1,800 cameras for real-time monitoring and supports crime detection, traffic management, cybercrime prevention and road safety initiatives.

The Women Safety Wing launched 'Sthree Ride' to promote women’s empowerment and economic independence through driving careers. In the first phase, women riders, auto drivers and a cab driver received specialised training and employment support from mobility service providers.

Telangana DGP CV Anand has urged sweeping reforms in the state police force to enhance accountability, discipline and public service delivery.

Telangana DGP CV Anand conducted a three-hour inspection of the DGP Office and directed officials to improve cleanliness, repaint office infrastructure and streamline file management. Plans to redesign conference and training halls for better space utilisation were also discussed during the visit.

DGP CV Anand reviewed the Maoist situation and anti-extremist operations at the Special Intelligence Branch in Hyderabad. Telangana police said 820 underground Maoist cadres surrendered between 2024 and 2026, along with 334 firearms, including several sophisticated weapons.