According to data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), New Delhi, October 3 (IANS) India has seen significant decline in violent crimes in the last decade.
Statistics reveal a dramatic change in crime trends since 2014, especially marking the extended safety period for women, especially for women, under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-Left government.
Between 2004 and 2014, violent crimes such as murder, rape, dowry death, and riots increased across the country.
Rape cases during the UPA era almost doubled, which increased from 18,233 in 2004 to 36,735 in 2014. However, the trends reversed after 2014. By 2023, rape cases declined, the 2014 peak declined by 29,670–19-per cent.
This change has been held responsible for the efforts targeting to improve the safety of women and strengthen the law enforcement system. A steep decline was also seen in dowry deaths.
In 2014, 8,455 cases fell to 6,156 in number 2023, decreasing by 27 percent.
This is one of the fastest decline in all violent crime categories.
Similarly, riot cases, which climbed by 66,042 in 2014, fell to 39,260 in 2023 – a reduction of 40 percent.
More than 33,000 killed during UPA years, 2023 fell by 27,721 to 18 percent.
Overall, violent crimes in these four categories increased by 22 percent during the UPA period, reaching 1.45 lakh cases in 2014.
Under the PM Modi-led government, a total of 29 percent fell to 1.02 lakh cases in 2023, even less than 1.18 lakhs recorded in 2004.
This data suggests a marked improvement in public safety and prevention of crime. Experts credited this change for several initiatives initiated by the PM Modes-LED administration.
Modernization of police forces has been an important focus, with Rs 4,846 crore allocated since 2021, which have been allocated under assistance for states and UTS for Modernization of Police (ASMP) scheme.
This funding has enabled the deployment of advanced communication systems, advanced weapons, and the deployment of better mobility support in state police departments.
The revival of Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS), which came to a standstill under previous governments, has also played an important role. Now adding more than 17,700 police stations and providing access to more than 35 crore crime records, CCTN has increased coordination and quick investigation.
Additionally, new criminal laws have introduced strict provisions and deadlines to handle cases, especially those who include women and children. A integrated chapter with 37 dedicated classes now now addresses crimes against these weak groups, streamlines legal processes and ensures Swift justice.
Together, these reforms reflect a comprehensive approach to internal security and law enforcement, contributing to a safe India. While challenges remain, the data indicates the progress of a decade in curbing violent crimes and creating public belief in the justice system.
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