Overall Decline, But Crimes Against Women Up
“With overall crime dipping, Maoists nearly vanquished and conviction rates rising, Telangana’s police leadership is projecting 2025 as a year of consolidation — one where vigilance against cyber fraud and narcotics will define the next phase of law enforcement”: Reports
HYDERABAD: Telangana recorded a 2.33 per cent drop in overall crime in 2025, though crimes against women rose by 3.16 per cent. The state also reported a sharp increase in NDPS cases, while Maoist activity was almost eliminated.
According to director general of police B. Shivdhar Reddy, 2,28,695 criminal cases were registered this year compared to 2,34,158 last year. Theft accounted for 17,700 cases, of which 6,930 involved vehicle theft. Murder cases stood at 781, and 212 of them due to family disputes and 68 due to property issues and financial rows among the main triggers. Financial transactions led to the death of 40 cases, he added.
Rape cases declined by 13.44 per cent, with 2,549 incidents reported — 396 fewer than last year. In most cases, the accused were known to the victims. The conviction rate for rape rose to 11.18 per cent, up from 8.81 per cent.
Crimes against women increased to 20,551 cases, attributed to more victims coming forward due to SHE teams and women security initiatives. Officials said this reflects growing confidence among women to report offences rather than a deterioration in safety.
On the Maoist front, Reddy said the insurgency has been “almost wiped out” in Telangana, with only 53 cadres remaining. As many as 509 Maoists surrendered this year, including senior leaders, largely due to ill health and rehabilitation schemes, he indicated.
Cybercrime bucked the national trend: while India saw a 41 per cent surge, Telangana reported a 3 per cent decline. Financial losses fell by 21 per cent, credited to police awareness campaigns.
NDPS cases rose by 30 per cent, with 2,542 cases registered and narcotics worth ₹172.93 crore seized. The Eagle Force and Anti-Narcotics Bureau led operations against inter-state smuggling.
Road accidents increased by 5.68 per cent to 24,826, but fatalities dropped by 557 compared to last year, thanks to highway patrols and first-aid training for locals.
Convictions also improved, with a 3.09 per cent rise. Four accused were sentenced to death, while 216 received life terms. Under Pocso , 154 were sentenced to life and three to death. Several long-term sentences were handed down under SC/ST and child protection laws, reflecting the judiciary’s tougher stance on serious crimes.
