Sumathi’s Midnight Undercover Operation Exposes Women’s Safety Gaps in Dilsukhnagar
Commissioner Sumathi made it clear that any form of harassment against women will invite strict and immediate action.

Hyderabad: In a daring undercover operation to assess women’s safety, Malkajgiri Police Commissioner Sumathi stepped into the role of an ordinary woman and waited alone at a bus stand in Dilsukhnagar past midnight.
Within minutes, the situation turned alarming as nearly 40 men allegedly gathered around her and began harassing her, exposing the grim reality of safety challenges faced by women in public spaces at night.
Unknown to those involved, police teams were already on alert as part of the operation. Acting swiftly, officers intervened, detained the individuals, and later conducted counselling sessions.
The operation highlighted serious concerns about women’s safety in the area and served as a strong warning from the police. Commissioner Sumathi made it clear that any form of harassment against women will invite strict and immediate action.

