Hyderabad’s jurisdiction has recently expanded to include several important government institutions and strategic installations. How has that changed your priorities?Almost all important installations are now with us, from RGIA to Begumpet Airport to the High Court, Secretariat, Ministers’ Quarters and several other key establishments. Earlier, there were coordination issues. Now, having all these institutions under one Commissionerate will result in better coordination and better focus. From the public’s perspective also, it is beneficial. Administratively, it is a very good move.
What are your top priorities as the top cop of the capital city?Drugs and food adulteration continue to be on the top of our agenda. Hyderabad is densely populated. The drug menace has become a serious concern. Because of the work done by EAGLE, the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing and various police units, there has been a significant impact. We have disrupted supply chains and are focusing on both supply and demand. The second priority is cyber crime. Hyderabad being a major IT and commercial hub faces enormous challenges in this area. We estimate that citizens are losing almost ₹1 crore every day to cyber fraud. The third priority is traffic management and maintenance of law and order. Hyderabad hosts numerous festivals and public events throughout the year, so maintaining peace and ensuring smooth traffic movement remain major responsibilities. Food adulteration has also become one of our important focus areas because of its direct impact on public health.
