Rajasthan Police Reports Significant Crime Reduction and Enhanced Law Enforcement Strategies

The Rajasthan Police have reported significant achievements in crime reduction and law enforcement strategies over the past six months. With a notable decrease in serious crimes and proactive measures against drug trafficking and cyber crimes, the police are shifting focus towards prevention and smart policing. DGP Rajeev Kumar Sharma presented these findings during a recent press conference, emphasizing the importance of technology in modern policing. The report also highlighted improvements in women's safety and the effectiveness of various police initiatives. This comprehensive overview showcases the Rajasthan Police's commitment to enhancing public safety and maintaining law and order in the state.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 7, 2026, 07:17 IST

Rajasthan Police Achievements Overview

The Rajasthan Police have made remarkable strides in crime control, law enforcement, and technology-driven policing in recent times. There has been a notable decrease in serious crimes, effective actions against paper leak mafias, and a robust campaign against drug traffickers and organized crime, alongside the successful implementation of new criminal laws. During a press conference held at the Rajasthan Police Academy, Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar Sharma presented a detailed report card of the achievements over the past six months, emphasizing that the Rajasthan Police will not only respond to crimes after they occur but will prioritize crime prevention, disrupting the economic base of criminals, and adopting smart policing techniques.

Addressing the media, DGP Sharma highlighted that due to proactive policing, there has been a significant 4.65% reduction in total crimes recorded under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) when comparing the first half of 2025 to the same period in 2026. In 2025, there were 99,272 cases, while this number dropped to 94,652 in 2026. Conversely, spontaneous actions by the police led to a 4.25% increase in cases registered under local and special laws, rising from 49,087 to 51,172, showcasing the aggressive strategy employed against criminals.

Significant Decrease in Crime Rates

During the press conference, Sharma clarified that there has been a substantial decline in nearly all major crime categories within the state. Compared to the previous year, murder cases decreased by 4.41% (from 703 to 672), attempted murder by 11.17% (from 1,288 to 1,145), robbery by 16.28% (from 43 to 36), and theft incidents by 19.93% (from 577 to 462). Similarly, cases of abduction saw a 4.72% reduction (from 5,211 to 4,965), adult rape cases dropped by 13.36% (from 2,088 to 1,809), and cases registered under the POCSO Act decreased by 20.90% (from 1,651 to 1,306).

The safety of vulnerable groups has also improved, with a total reduction of 18.81% in cases registered under the SC/ST Act (from 3,121 to 2,534).

Historic Improvements in Property Crimes

Sharma highlighted the historic improvements in property crime recoveries during the press conference. The recovery rate for robbery cases increased from 71% to 79.09%, while the recovery rate for burglary cases surged from a mere 9.58% to an impressive 58.24%. Additionally, the recovery of stolen goods improved from 10.34% to 24.79%.

Regarding campaigns against drug and illegal arms dealers, he reported that there was a 2.06% increase in cases under the Excise Act (from 24,310 to 24,811), a 4.23% increase under the Arms Act (from 6,428 to 6,700), and a record 29.94% increase in cases under the NDPS Act, with a total of 7,195 cases registered, dismantling major drug syndicates.

Enhancements in Women's Safety

To expedite justice for victims of crimes against women, the pace of investigations under the ADG Civil Rights has been accelerated. The average investigation time for POCSO cases, which was 78.2 days in 2024-25, has now reduced to 51.2 days in 2025-26, while the time for rape cases has decreased from 81 days to 52 days, reflecting significant improvements in police efficiency.

DGP Sharma noted that during the same period, cases of harassment against women decreased by 6.44% (from 5,407 to 5,059), while rape cases saw a 13.36% reduction (from 2,088 to 1,809), and POCSO cases dropped by 20.90%. To ensure a safe environment for women, units such as the Kalika Patrol Unit, Anti-Romeo Squad, One-Stop Crisis Center, Suraksha Sakhi, and Women’s Advisory Security Center have been made more effective under Operations Garima and Khushi.

Crackdown on Cyber Crimes

The Rajasthan Police have taken extensive measures to prevent cyber crimes and provide swift relief to victims. In the budget announcement for 2026-27, the Chief Minister allocated ₹100 crores for the establishment of the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Center (R4C) and the AI-enabled 1930 call center, which is currently in progress. The cyber helpline 1930 has been enhanced to operate 53 lines 24/7 across three shifts, with two additional WhatsApp numbers (9256001930 and 9257510100) made available for complainants.

Cyber police stations have been established in all 41 police districts, with a cyber help desk set up in each station. Since the introduction of the zero-FIR facility for cyber crimes involving amounts up to ₹5 lakh on January 10, 2026, 405 online FIRs have been registered. In 2025, there were 147,384 cyber complaints, while 84,916 complaints were received by June 30, 2026. A total of 3,432 cases were registered in 2025, with ₹768.7 crores held. The percentage of held amounts increased from 23.54% to 26.47%.

The Rajasthan Police have also effectively addressed emerging cyber crimes such as digital arrests, with 136 cases registered from 2023 to June 2026, leading to the arrest of 174 suspects and the holding of over ₹52.23 crores.

Effective Action Against Drug Trafficking

The Rajasthan Police have achieved notable success in combating drug trafficking through a comprehensive strategy aimed at disrupting supply chains, reducing demand, and aiding recovery from addiction. In 2025, effective actions were taken against illegal drug traffickers through 69 FIRs, and in 2026, 23 FIRs have been filed so far. During 2025-26, 34 cases were registered, resulting in the arrest of 83 suspects, with special actions taken against 224 identified hotspots (kingpins) across 20 districts.

To cripple the economic base of illegal drug traffickers, properties worth ₹55.01 crores were destroyed in 66 cases in 2025, and ₹7.36 crores worth of illegal properties were destroyed in 15 cases in 2026.

Counter-Terrorism Efforts by ATS

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Rajasthan has conducted significant operations against terrorism, illegal explosives, weapons, and drug trafficking. From July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, the ATS registered three cases under the UAPA (Unlawful Activities Prevention Act) and arrested three suspects. In cases involving illegal explosives, seven cases were registered, leading to the arrest of seven individuals and the seizure of a large quantity of explosive materials and equipment. During this period, five cases were registered against illegal weapons, resulting in the arrest of seven suspects and the recovery of firearms and ammunition, along with the arrest of 15 drug traffickers and the seizure of substantial quantities of narcotics.

The ATS also took action against a gang involved in creating fake Aadhaar cards, successfully resolving 66 cases related to the IT Act. Under social media monitoring, the activities of 728 suspicious individuals were tracked, and the de-radicalization process for 15 youths influenced by extremist ideologies was initiated. Additionally, 25 declared criminals were arrested, and ₹4.65 lakhs in reward money was distributed.

Promotion Opportunities for Police Personnel

DGP Sharma announced that the long-awaited promotion opportunities for the technical cadre of the Rajasthan Police, which had not seen advancements for years, will now gain momentum. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has opened the path for promotions in the driver, horse rider, and band branches through cadre restructuring. On June 23, 2026, the Home Department of Rajasthan issued an approval to restructure 403 positions into higher ranks, allowing timely promotions in the technical cadre similar to the civil cadre.

Future Roadmap for Rajasthan Police

In conclusion, DGP Sharma shared the future roadmap, stating that in the coming times, significant actions will be taken against major traffickers under the NDPS Act through CID (CB) and the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, targeting properties acquired through crime under BNSS sections 107, BNS sections 111, 112, and PIT-NDPS. Additionally, special operations against gangsters involved in extortion and threats will continue, with extradition proceedings for criminals hiding abroad when necessary. Effective measures will be implemented to curb cyber crimes through R4C.

During the press conference, ADG Dinesh MN provided detailed information about the specific actions being taken by ANTF and ATS. The session began with a presentation by DIG Kunwar Rashtrdeep on the achievements of the Rajasthan Police over the past six months.