Hyderabad: The Hyderabad SHE Teams apprehended 305 individuals for teasing and misbehaving with devotees during the Bonalu festival celebrations. Among them, 289 were adults and 16 were minors. As a result, 173 individuals received warnings and were counseled along with their family members. Five individuals were presented before a magistrate, resulting in a conviction of three days in jail and a fine of Rs. 1,050. The remaining offenders will be produced before the court shortly.

This initiative underscores the SHE Teams’ commitment to ensuring safety, especially for women, during the festival. Their efforts emphasize that such misconduct will not be tolerated. Bonalu was celebrated at various locations including Golconda, Secunderabad, Lal Darwaza, and Balkampet, with a large number of devotees attending.

In addition to the Bonalu incidents, the SHE Teams received 115 cases related to crimes against women and children in July 2024. Of these, 19 FIRs were filed, and four cases were registered under the POCSO Act. Notably, a cab driver was sentenced to six days in jail and fined Rs. 1,050 for misbehaving with a passenger.

The SHE Teams’ proactive approach ensures justice and acts as a deterrent against future offenses, reinforcing public trust and confidence in law enforcement. Complaints of teasing or harassment can be reported via emergency dial 100 or WhatsApp to the Hyderabad City police at 9490616555.

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