Staff Reporter :
Commissioner of Police (CP) Amitesh Kumar had always been a man of action, and his tenure in Nagpur was no
exception. Over the course
of three years, he had brought a remarkable transformation to the city’s law enforcement. The Monday morning after
his third anniversary in
office found him sitting behind his desk, a rare moment of relaxation for the hardworking officer.
His three-year tenure, marked by a remarkable
crackdown on criminals and
a significant reduction in
murders.
Kumar took a bold stand against criminals, detaining a staggering 150 criminals under the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities Act (MPDA) and
initiating action under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act
(MCOCA) against 204 notorious history-sheeters.
These decisive actions sent a clear message to criminals operating in Nagpur.
One of Commissioner Kumar’s most significant achievements was the 35 per cent reduction in murder
cases in 2022. When asked about the reason behind
this success, he attributed it to “continuous preventive action against goonda elements.” Between September 2020
and September 2023, 150
criminals were booked under MPDA, and 34 MCOCA
orders were passed, leading
to the arrest of 204 history-sheeters.
While murder cases have
historically been a major
challenge in Nagpur, Commissioner Kumar’s proactive approach, supported by the MPDA and MCOCA, helped deter criminal activities. He noted that most of the recent murder cases were related to family matters, indicating a shift away from organised crime.
Commissioner Kumar also emphasised on his commitment to improving traffic
management in the city, acknowledging that there
is room for improvement in this area.
Under his leadership, transparency in police transfers was introduced, boosting the morale of police officers. Additionally, a comprehensive health check-up initiative
for police personnel was implemented, ensuring the
well-being of those serving the city. Out of 8000 police personnel, 4000 have undergone health check-ups.
Looking ahead, Commissioner Kumar outlined plans for capacity building in tackling online frauds and addressing drug-related offences, further demonstrating his dedication to enhancing the city’s safety and
security.