Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar urged city residents travelling to their hometowns for Sankranthi to take basic precautions and inform local police before leaving their houses locked. He said advanced information would help police teams monitor such homes during routine patrols and prevent thefts.
With the Sankranthi festival approaching, many families leave Hyderabad for several days to visit their native places. Sajjanar appealed to citizens to notify their nearest police station or beat officer before travelling. He said police personnel would then keep a watch on locked houses as part of regular patrolling.
Sankranthi travel safety advice from Hyderabad Police
The Commissioner strongly advised residents not to leave cash, gold, or other valuables at home while travelling. He asked citizens to secure valuables in bank lockers or make other safe arrangements before leaving the city.
Sajjanar said simple precautions could significantly reduce theft risks and allow families to celebrate the festival without worry. He added that modern policing focused not only on responding to crimes but also on preventing them through public cooperation.
Hyderabad Police reaffirmed its commitment to protecting residential areas during the festive season. Citizens were urged to cooperate with police efforts to maintain law and order. The police also reminded residents to dial 100 in case of any emergency.