Install CCTV cameras, increase patrolling to curb incidents

OPEN HOUSE: What needs to be done to check the free run of criminals ahead of festival season?

The free run of criminals in various colonies of the city can be checked by the residents themselves, besides the local police. The residents must get together and devise a plan to keep an eye on anti-social elements. Various groups may be formed and each group can be assigned definite hours to watch over people visiting the colony, like the "Thikri Pehra" in the state villages. Also, residents can pool funds and appoint watchmen. This will also create jobs for unemployed youth. Gates of colonies must be kept closed. Further, the MC must ensure that CCTV cameras are installed in all colonies to watch the movement of outsiders and to keep a record of their visit.

Gautam Dev

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More patrolling needed

As Ludhiana has a huge population, despite the best efforts of the local police, crime incidents are increasing day by day. It is time to deploy more police patrolling vans and motorbikes, which should go around the city from dusk to dawn. Also, if more CCTV cameras are installed at sensitive points, it would be very beneficial is discouraging snatching of chains, handbags and cell phones. Once nabbed, the culprits should be given an exemplary punishment. The residents should also become more serious and conscious about parking their vehicles. This would considerably reduce the incidents of carjacking.

Dr Sunil Chopra

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Residents must be vigilant

The spurt in crime incidents in Ludhiana is worrisome. We, the residents, need to understand that the police alone cannot control all crime in the city. The residents also have to be vigilant. If possible, we should install CCTV cameras around our houses so that notorious activity, if any, can be captured by one or the other camera. Wherever we notice suspicious movement, we must immediately report it. Our cooperation is must to tackle crime in the city.

Bir Devinder Singh Bedi

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Cops must be on toes

Thefts and burglaries are taking place at a very fast pace in the city. With the festival season approaching, residents as well as the Police Department need to be on their toes to stop crime. Night patrolling must be made compulsory in the festival season. CCTV cameras must be installed in every nook and corner of the city. Stolen articles must be returned to the general public in a responsible manner.

Ritu Priya

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Situation alarming

Day by day, the incidents of crime such as burglary and theft are increasing. Some of the main reasons for this are lack of jobs for youth and lack of guidance. It is an alarming situation for the residents as no one is secure and the government cannot provide security to each and every person. But we can take some simple steps to protect ourselves by remaining vigilant. CCTV cameras and search lights must be installed at prime places. We must fence our homes and shops, cars and scooters must be locked before parking. Also, we must not advertise if we are going out of station. Above all, we must assist and cooperate with each other and the government to curb crime.

Dr Mohd Saleem Farooqui

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Beef up security in city

Reducing the risk and fear of crime is a task for the police and the community together. Each one of us can do our bit to protect ourselves. Know your neighbourhood, check out the locations of police, hospitals etc, keep to well-used roads if driving alone at night and don't use alley ways and avoid deserted areas. The police must ensure that convicted criminals are strictly punished. Security must be beefed up around the city.

RS SEMBHI

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Equip cops with latest tech

Due to Covid, mask is compulsory for everyone but it acts as a guard for robbers. CCTV cameras help the police in identifying criminals but it is not sufficient to stop such incidents completely. The police should install advanced authentication system and increase fast-track investigations. Patrolling by PCR vehicles must be increased ahead of the festival season. Cops must be equipped with the latest technology to nab criminals and those doing so should be rewarded suitably.

Adish Sood

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Follow police guidelines

Police personnel are always on duty to prevent crime, but it is our responsibility also to follow their guidelines and protect ourselves from loss. If leaving home unattended, we should have a proper security arrangement in place. Moreover, gold and cash should not be kept at home in large amounts. Women must not wear heavy gold during the festive season to avoid chain snatchings.

Akshar Kumar Singla

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Citizens’ safety top priority

The crime rate in the city is increasing day by day. The safety of the citizens must be top priority. There are many ways in which the local police can reduce the crime rate, especially during the festive season. Installation of CCTV cameras at isolated places is a must. Residents should cooperate with the authorities and agencies concerned to fight crime in the city. Awareness programmes should be organised regularly to make society safe for everyone.

Manpriya Kaur

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Strict action should be taken

In order to check the free run of criminals, strict action should be taken against those nabbed. Installation of CCTV cameras in different areas would help obstruct these crimes. If somebody is found attempting a crime, he/she should be charged with heavy penalty, which will be a lesson and a deterrent for other criminals.

KAMALDEEP KAUR

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Infuse confidence in cops

The local police needs to take harsh steps to ensure peace and security in the city. The fear of law rests with compliance of law. Therefore, the conviction rate of criminals should be very high. Infusion of self-confidence in the force is also essential. Also, cops should obey the rule book, not their political bosses. Ground intelligence of thieves, snatchers, and other criminals is a must. The police force must be provided state-of-the-art electronic gadgets to track and catch criminals.

Dr Sukhdev Sharma

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Targeted surveillance

Dedicated teams must be established in all regions to investigate robberies by conducting forensic investigation and interviewing witnesses. Introducing targeted police surveillance and searches at places where many robberies occur and preventive measures by private parties, such as the use of surveillance cameras, are other ways to stop crime. During festival season, the police should take adequate precautions to avoid recurrence of crime.

Anu Joshi

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Deal strictly with offenders

In the festival season, crowded places must be on high alert and entry and exit points must not be without checking. Everyone's safety is in their own hands, so rather than blaming the police entirely, people must stay alert and if possible, avoid visiting such crowed places where there is risk of theft and snatching. One must be conscious while visiting public places and the government also should deal strictly with even those who commit petty crimes.

Simarjot Kaur

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Get tenants verified

The administration should install CCTV cameras whereever possible so that culprits can be caught. Police patrolling should be increased and people should avoid visiting odd and lonely places alone. Self-defence training should be provided to children at schools so that they can face challenges head on. Instead of dealing in cash, people should use electronic mode of payment to avoid snatchings and thefts. At the time of hiring domestic helps or tenants, we must get them verified from the police.

Vikas Sharma

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OPEN HOUSE QUESTION

The poor condition of city roads has not only been causing great hardships to commuters but also leading to accidents on a daily basis. The authorities have turned a blind eye to the inconvenience faced by the public. What should be done to improve the condition of roads? Suggestions in not more than 70 words can be sent to [email protected]