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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

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.

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.

A motorcycle reportedly registered in the name of the Telangana DGP office has accumulated unpaid traffic challans worth Rs 2,450 for multiple violations. The issue gained attention after a citizen highlighted a recent helmet-rule violation, triggering debate on equal enforcement

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

The Telangana High Court issued contempt notices to senior state officials after Hyderabad traffic police allegedly violated judicial directions by seizing a lawyer’s vehicle over pending e-challans, despite earlier orders prohibiting coercive measures.

Upon taking charge as the news DGP of Telangana, CV Anand stressed on the need to use modern methods to enhance policing as criminals too were evolving with new methods. He also directed SsP and CPs to remain in their respective districts and focus strictly on law and order duties. 

Senior IPS officer CV Anand, appointed as Telangana's Director General of Police, is likely to assume charge on May 1. A 1991-batch officer who served as Hyderabad Police Commissioner twice, Anand has held several key posts, including stints in Cyberabad and Vijayawada, and is a recipient of the President's Police Medal for Gallantry.

Anand is currently working as the Special Secretary, Home Department, Government of Telangana. He is a receipient of the President’s Gallantry Medal in 2002

DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said strict enforcement of traffic rules will be the next step to reduce road accidents. He highlighted the impact of the Arrive Alive programme, stressed helmet and seat belt use, and warned against drunk driving

The Telangana High Court has declined to issue immediate directions on a plea challenging the appointment of an in-charge Director General of Police (DGP). The Court noted that the State Government has already initiated the process of appointing a regular DGP, with a UPSC-approved panel under consideration.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy urged motorists to avoid overtaking to reduce road accidents during the launch of the ‘Arrive Alive’ campaign in Nirmal. As part of the initiative, radium stickers and first aid kits were distributed to heavy vehicle drivers at a toll plaza on NH-44.

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy urged motorists to follow road safety norms while launching the Abhaya taxi initiative in Adilabad. He also inaugurated several facilities, distributed benefits, and interacted with tribals during his visit to various places

DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said road accidents have become a social issue and stressed the need for public awareness on traffic rules. He urged police to strengthen the Arrive-Alive programme and improve efforts to tackle cybercrime

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao has urged the Telangana DGP to take action against those circulating fake news clips wrongly attributed to him. He said the misinformation was aimed at provoking the police and misleading the public

The Supreme Court authorised the UPSC to flag states delaying DGP appointments and gave it four weeks to recommend a DGP for Telangana. The court cited repeated violations of its Prakash Singh guidelines on police reforms

Telangana DGP Shivadhar Reddy suspended three police officials, including a former ACP, following an inquiry into allegations of registering false cases at Mattewada police station in Warangal

Justice Pulla Karthik of the Telangana High Court has sought clarity from the State Government on whether it followed Supreme Court-mandated procedures in appointing senior IPS officer B. Shivadhar Reddy as Director General of Police.

The custodial death of Karle Rajesh, a Dalit youth from Telangana, has triggered political controversy. His family and MRPS leaders allege that police illegally detained and tortured him for five days to implicate former BRS MLA Bollam Mallaiah Yadav in a Chief Minister’s Relief Fund irregularities case.

Tension prevailed near the Telangana DGP office after Ayyappa Swamy devotees protested against police for denying permission to a Kanchanbagh sub inspector to wear Ayyappa attire during deeksha while on duty. Officials cited departmental rules and advised applying for leave instead.