We need to prepare today for the crimes of tomorrow, says Telangana DGP
The Telangana Director General of Police discusses the evolving nature of crime, highlighting the shift toward cybercrime, narcotics, and organized digital threats. He emphasizes that police must adopt predictive analysis and AI to monitor social media and manage the unique behavioral patterns of Gen Z.
Why it matters
This reflects the global trend of law enforcement agencies modernizing their strategies to combat digital-age threats and maintain public order in an era of viral misinformation.
How has the nature of crime changed over the years, particularly with traditional offences now existing alongside technology-driven crimes?
The dimensions of crime have increased. Traditional crimes such as thefts, burglaries and property offences continue, though to a lesser extent. At the same time, cybercrime and narcotics have become very serious challenges. We are also seeing new forms of organised crime in narcotics , cybercrime and food adulteration , with networks involved in production, manufacturing, supply and transportation.
Gen Z is growing up in a very different social and digital environment. How do you see this changing the challenges before the police?
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