Mumbai with its unique topography and its ever increasing population and number vehicles, has created an ongoing Traffic Management Challenge of major proportions! When we speak about Traffic Management, in the simplest terms, it means creating a safe and systematic …
The Mumbai Traffic Police Division is headed by the Jt. Commissioner of Police, Traffic. Under him/her are different Zones and different Police Stations within those Zones.The Traffic Police Division has its own Administration, Prosecution and Traffic Institute as well as …
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The term FIR stands for First Information Report, which is the process of registering a complaint at the police station. The officer in charge must write the complaint and read it aloud for the convenience of the informant. It is mandatory …
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Safety is imperative in the case of in all aspects of life. Even though the Police Department is responsible for keeping us safe there are a few ways you, the Citizens of Mumbai can help the authorities. For instance, if …
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The system of modern policing in Mumbai began with the establishment of a Police Out-post by the Portuguese in 1661. Later in the year 1669 when the East India Company acquired Mumbai, Gerald Aungier became the Governor of the City …
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Every year, nearly 36,000 vehicles, which amount to Rs.115 crore, are stolen in India out of these, only about 14,500 are traced, often in un-roadworthy conditions, with many components missing. These vehicles are stolen only because thieves are provided with …
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Under the Law, there are two kinds of offences, namely Bailable and Non-Bailable Offences. The following are a few points to differentiate between the two: Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, offences have been classified as ‘bailable’ and ‘non-bailable’ offences. …
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The safety of women has become a major concern across India. Recent incidents have shown that sometimes a woman cannot even be assured of her safety with the Police. The following are a few privileges ensured under the Police Procedures …
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Every individual has a right to be treated fairly and in accordance with the law, this applies even when an individual is arrested. The following are a few points to remember if you ever get arrested: The Police personnel carrying …
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Where should you register your complaint? Even if the crime is committed in an area beyond the limits of any police station, a complainant cannot be forced to go to the concerned police station. You can get your complaint registered …
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The Police are responsible for the safety of our society and in order to keep us safe, they are allowed to perform various activities such as searches and seizures. While such acts are always to be carried out for the …
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In cities like Mumbai, accidents on the roads are increasingly becoming more frequent. There is a disturbing trend of drivers breaking traffic rules and putting the lives of pedestrians, other drivers, and even those of their own passengers at risk. …
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