Nagpur: The city of Nagpur, often in the spotlight for its crime rate, reported 52 murders in just the first six months of 2025 — averaging one homicide every three days. Despite the grim statistics, the Nagpur Police Department has managed to crack every single murder case, arresting all accused and achieving a rare 100% detection rate.
According to official data, between January and June 2025, the city also witnessed 77 attempted murder cases, with 271 accused apprehended. While 76 of these cases have been solved, one remains under active investigation.
April emerged as the deadliest month of the year so far, with 13 murders leading to 14 fatalities. The year started with eight murders in January, while May also recorded a spike in killings.
A closer look into the motive behind the crimes revealed that a significant number of murders were triggered by domestic disputes — mainly revolving around suspected extramarital affairs and interpersonal conflicts. Other contributing factors included gang rivalries, long-standing personal enmity, and acts of sudden provocation.
Police Commissioner Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, who is spearheading law enforcement efforts in the city, stated that the department is taking every incident seriously. “While most murders stemmed from domestic issues, there were also cases involving gang violence. We have ensured that every criminal is brought to justice. No one will be allowed to take the law into their hands,” said Dr Singal.
Under his leadership, the police have also taken stern internal action. Officers found negligent in their duties have faced disciplinary measures including suspensions and transfers to ensure greater accountability and responsiveness.
In addition to tackling violent crimes, the Nagpur Police launched ‘Operation Thunder 2025’, a citywide campaign targeting drug abuse, which has seen the department intensify its crackdown on illegal substances and anti-social elements.
The first half of 2025 has proven to be both challenging and action-packed for the police force, but the consistent detection of murder cases reflects the department’s strengthened investigative approach and commitment to public safety.
As the city heads into the latter half of the year, police officials have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, assuring continued efforts to curb violence and maintain law and order in Nagpur.
