The Cyber Forensic Lab (CFL) in Panchkula has achieved a significant victory in securing the conviction of nine criminals involved in blackmailing a 14-year-old girl. The tireless efforts of the CFL team, working around the clock, led to the apprehension of the accused. A minor girl initiated contact with a boy on the Hangout app, unfortunately sharing personal photos and videos. Seizing this opportunity, the boy began blackmailing her, demanding physical relations. He further divulged her number to other boys, subjecting her to relentless harassment. When the situation escalated, the girl confided in her parents, leading to an FIR and investigation. Since all interactions occurred online, locating and arresting the accused posed a formidable challenge for law enforcement. Notably, the victim never met the perpetrators in person.

Inspector Sunil Kumar, the Investigating Officer at the time, played a pivotal role. He apprehended the accused and seized their devices, which were sent to the CFL in Panchkula. Despite data deletion attempts, the CFL team meticulously recovered all relevant information. The absence of passwords in this case further highlighted the crucial role of the CFL's expertise and testimony. CFL experts meticulously presented evidence in court, dedicating 32 hours to certify each piece of information. As a result, the accused were found guilty and sentenced under two distinct sections of the law. The CFL's swiftness and diligence ensured justice for the victim and set a precedent in tackling cybercrime against minors.

The Haryana Police launched a state-wide operation, "Operation Akraman-9"" on April 27th, to crack down on miscreants, criminal elements, and drug smugglers. In this operation, 1309 teams of 6161 police personnel were formed statewide. During the operation, 478 cases were registered under relevant sections of the IPC, NDPS Act, Excise Act, Gambling Act, and Arms Act. Additionally, 881 accused were arrested.

Haryana Director General of Police, Shri Shatrujeet Kapur, explained that thorough intelligence gathering was conducted regarding criminal activities such as illegal weapon smuggling and narcotics trade before its implementation. Led by the Superintendents of Police and Deputy Commissioners of Police, the operation saw simultaneous raids conducted by 1309 teams across the state, persisting from early morning till late evening.The raids continued until late evening. Haryana Police targeted criminals by conducting simultaneous raids at different locations, resulting in good results thanks to a well-coordinated action plan. Operation Akraman focused on apprehending notorious criminals. Police successfully arrested 3 most wanted criminals, 3 rewarded criminals, 2 cyber criminals, and 21 heinous criminals. Additionally, they managed to apprehend 75 proclaimed offenders and 61 bail jumpers who were wanted in various cases and had been absconding to avoid arrest. The operation also led to the arrest of 145 other accused involved in various criminal activities.

In a commendable initiative to enhance driving skills and promote road safety among the general public, Haryana Police has launched a new social media campaign. Under this initiative, informative videos are being uploaded on Haryana Police's social media handles to educate the public about driving skills and the importance of adhering to traffic rules.

These video clips provide valuable insights into techniques for improving driving skills, enabling individuals to drive safely and responsibly. By adopting these techniques, one can significantly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of road accidents.

The Haryana Police's efforts in promoting road safety have yielded positive results. Compared to the previous year, there has been a significant decrease in the number of road accidents, fatalities, and injuries by the end of March 2024. The state has witnessed a decline of 150 road accidents, 48 fatalities, and 148 injuries, said Haryana Police Director General Shatrujeet Kapur.Harnessing Social Media for Outreach"Social media is a powerful tool to reach a large audience, especially in today's digital age," said Haryana Police Director General Shatrujeet Kapur. "Our informative video clips, uploaded daily on our social media platforms, provide the public with practical techniques for safe driving and accident prevention."

These meticulously crafted videos explain driving maneuvers and safety precautions in clear, easy-to-understand language. They cover a wide range of topics, including lane discipline, responsible driving habits for young people, blind spot awareness, helmet use, proper use of pedestrian crossings, speed limits, parking regulations, and the importance of following traffic rules.

It is noteworthy that common people are being made victims of cyber fraud by cyber criminals by adopting different methods every day. For example, cyber criminals lure people into investing in different types of schemes in the name of investment, due to which people fall into their trap and become victims of cyber fraud. Similarly, by posing as officials of CBI, ED, and TRAI, cyber criminals are making people victims of cyber fraud by threatening them with arrest. Apart from this, online task-based frauds are being done by giving people the lure of a job, work from home, insurance, online work, salary etc. Director General of Police has appealed to the general public not to fall for any kind of temptation and to do a thorough investigation of the facts, otherwise they may become victims of cyber fraud. In case of cyber fraud, people should contact helpline number 1930 as soon as possible.

All bank officials were also taken to visit the workstation of cyber helpline 1930 established at Haryana 112. Senior bank officials obtained detailed information about the process of preventing cyber fraud through the workstations established there, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, impressed by this, immediately appointed its nodal officer in the control room of Haryana Police.

Director General of Police Kapur met with senior bank officials and emphasized the importance of following RBI guidelines seriously to prevent cyber fraud. He stressed the importance of robust EKYC practices to prevent the opening of fake accounts used for illicit transfers. Kapur warned of punitive measures against banks failing to safeguard their customers' deposits, signaling a zero-tolerance approach towards negligence.Addressing the prevalence of mule accounts, Kapoor underscored the need for banks to scrutinize their practices and promptly close such accounts to thwart cybercriminal activities. It was informed in the meeting that currently about 31 percent of the cyber fraud amount is being frozen by the State Bank of India, which is commendable. For this, the Director General of Police congratulated the team of State Bank of India and said that he would appreciate the efforts made by his bank in this direction.

ADGP Cyber OP Singh said that Haryana Police launched "Operation Cyber Aakrman" from April 1 to 10. A joint initiative between Haryana Police and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center (I4C), has yielded significant results. Utilizing the Pratibimb mobile app, authorities tracked and apprehended 84 cybercriminals, with a notable concentration in Nuh district. Additionally, in coordination with telecom companies, Haryana Police blocked 70,000 mobile numbers associated with cybercrime, and successfully apprehended 11 bank employees involved in facilitating fraudulent activities.

Haryana Police is leading the way in cyber crime control across India and is constantly working to improve the cyber security system. Their efforts are putting Haryana on the national map for effectively tackling cybercrime and protecting people's savings. Significant Improvement in Ranking In September 2023, Haryana Police ranked 23rd in the country for cyber crime control. However, due to their focused efforts, they achieved a significant improvement and reached the top spot by March 2024. Their success is inspiring other states to implement similar strategies. Upon taking charge in August 2023, Director General of Police, Shri Shatrujeet Kapur prioritized cyber crime control. He formed a dedicated team and conducted pilot projects with banks. The number of staff assigned to handle cyber fraud calls on the helpline number was doubled. Haryana Police partnered with banks to freeze bank accounts involved in cyber fraud.

Haryana Police's relentless efforts to bolster cyber security have yielded significant results, with the recovery of Rs 71 lakh in a recent cyber fraud case. The incident unfolded in Gurugram, where a resident filed a complaint with the Cyber Crime East Police Station on February 16, 2024. The victim narrated being duped into investing in the stock market through a fraudulent app promising lucrative returns. Prompt action was taken by the Cyber Crime East Gurugram police station, resulting in the arrest of three suspects from Jaipur on March 22, 2024. The apprehended individuals were identified as Makwana Harshad Ramesh Bhai, Nikunj Mansukh Bhai Chauhan, and Khan Zuber Jamshed, all residents of Gujarat. Led by Assistant Police Commissioner Cyber Crime Priyanshu Diwan, the investigative team successfully recovered approximately Rs 71 lakh defrauded from the complainant.

In a week-long drive against illegal black film on vehicles, the Haryana Police not only removed the film but also penalized drivers. The campaign, conducted from April 1st to 7th across Haryana, resulted in challans (fines) issued to 2600 drivers for using illegal window tinting. Director General of Police (DGP) Shtrutjeet Kapur emphasized that black film on car windows violates traffic regulations and attracts hefty fines. The challans were issued both online and offline during the campaign. DGP Kapur reiterated that traffic rules apply to everyone, and violators will face strict legal action. He urged citizens to report vehicles with black film or motorcycles emitting loud noises by calling the Haryana Police helpline number 112 for immediate action.

Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur honoured four policemen selected for the DGP Uttam Seva Medal with medals, certificates, and a cash prize of Rs 50,000 at the first state-level Police Inspector General/Superintendent Conference being held in Surajkund, Faridabad. On this occasion, he congratulated the selected policemen and motivated them to continue to perform well. Along with this, Mr. Kapur has also awarded the title of Best Police Station in the state to Barhi Police Station of Sonipat district and honoured the SHO Inspector Mahesh Kumar by presenting him a certificate.

The Haryana Police has made a breakthrough by apprehending Maulana Arshad, resident of Bubalheri and Rashid, resident of Palwal district, who were cheating people and extorting money in the name of giving Kanyadaan (girl's contribution to the wedding) in the marriages of their daughters. Investigations reveal that the accused orchestrated their scam using different packages, enticing victims with marriage packages ranging from Rs 1 lakh to 1.5 lakh. These packages supposedly included a Splendor motorcycle, complete wedding paraphernalia, and Rs 21,000 in cash as part of the Kanyadaan ritual. During initial interrogation, both accused, assisted by their accomplices, confessed to swindling Rs 14 crore from about 1400 victims under the pretense of arranging Kanyadaan for their daughters' weddings. Subsequently, both were presented in court and remanded into police custody for four days. Intensive interrogation is underway to uncover further details in this case

Under the direction of Haryana Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur, Operation Akarman-8 was launched on March 31 in the state to crackdown on criminals, criminal elements, and drug traffickers. During this operation, a total of 1403 teams comprising 6737 police personnel conducted simultaneous raids across the state, resulting in the registration of 505 FIRs under IPC, NDPS, Excise, and Arms Acts and the arrest of 982 accused. Under the leadership of SPs and DSPs, 505 teams of 6737 police personnel initiated raids on offenders and criminals from the early morning of March 31, which continued until late evening. Conducting raids simultaneously at different locations yielded excellent results in targeting criminals. Operation Akarman was carried out across the state to crack down on crime and criminal elements to ensure a safe environment for the people of the state. The police department conducted this eighth campaign to provide a fear-free environment to the people of the state.

Haryana Director General of Police, Shatrujeet Kapur, convened a video conference with senior police officials across the state to review preparations for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha general elections and ensure free, fair, and peaceful voting. Sh. Kapur emphasized the importance of clear understanding among officers regarding their duties for a smooth and peaceful election process. During the meeting, Sh. Kapur highlighted that the Lok Sabha elections in Haryana are scheduled for May 25th, emphasizing the collective responsibility of all stakeholders to ensure a smooth electoral process. Sh. Kapur stressed and directed everyone to ensure that the instructions issued by the Election Commission are followed in letter and spirit.

The Haryana Police is gearing up for a special campaign targeting vehicles with illegal black film on their windows. Commencing on April 1st and continuing until April 7th, the drive aims to enforce traffic regulations and promote road safety. Such actions blatantly contravene traffic regulations, compelling the Haryana Police to take rigorous legal measures against those responsible. The Haryana Police will take strict action against offenders, who may face fines of up to Rs. 10,000 as mandated by law.

The Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) team has arrested Junior Engineer (JE) Dalbir Singh of the Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) in Karnal red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 85,000. The accused had demanded the bribe from the complainant in exchange for installing a transformer with a higher capacity than the sanctioned load. The ACB team received a complaint that JE Dalbir Singh was working in the electricity department in Sector 6 of Karnal district and was demanding a bribe of Rs 85,000 from the complainant for installing a transformer with a higher capacity than the sanctioned load. After investigating the matter, the ACB team laid a trap and caught the accused red-handed while accepting the bribe. A case has been registered against the accused at the ACB police station in Karnal and he has been arrested.

In a significant breakthrough, the police have apprehended six interstate cyber criminals responsible for defrauding numerous individuals of substantial sums of money. These cybercriminals operated through various social media platforms, primarily Instagram and Telegram, where they orchestrated their fraudulent schemes. One of their common tactics involved deceiving victims into transferring money to fake accounts under the guise of various enticing offers. According to the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Cyber, Chandigarh, the cyber police station spearheading the investigation uncovered the intricate methods employed by these criminals. They discovered that the fraudsters would promptly transfer the ill-gotten funds to other fictitious accounts and subsequently withdraw cash. On the arrests, indicating that four of the cybercriminals were apprehended in Rajasthan, while the remaining two were nabbed in Mewat and Jind, respectively.

Mr. Kapur emphasized the multi-layered monitoring system implemented across the state to guarantee peaceful elections. The police will vigilantly monitor adherence to the model code of conduct and maintain law and order throughout Haryana. He highlighted the use of the Election Commission's C-Vigil app to ensure adherence to election guidelines. Additionally, 12 CAPF companies have arrived in the state and are deployed across various districts.

Mr. Kapur further elaborated on the Election cell's functioning . The cell will monitor adherence to the guidelines set forth under the Model Code of Conduct throughout the state. Collaboration with districts regarding police force deployment and related issues will be established. The cell will identify critical (complex) areas and ensure adequate police deployment. Districts will submit daily reports on sealed items, election-related complaints, and adherence to the model code of conduct. The Election Cell will remain operational 24/7 with staff present even during gazetted holidays and weekends.

The Director General of Police, Mr. Shatrujeet Kapur explained that the Election Cell, besides maintaining law and order, will monitor various crucial election-related activities. Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order Shri Sanjay Kumar, will oversee the cell's operations. DSP, Law and Order, Mamta Souda, will function as the nodal officer for the cell. Additionally, DSP and ASP-level officers in all districts will act as nodal officers. These officers will submit daily reports on prescribed aspects to the central Election Cell.