Is Rajasthan Experiencing a Continuous Drop in Crime Rates?

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Key Takeaways
- 19.45% decrease in overall crime rates in Rajasthan.
- Crumbling of crimes against women with a 9.24% drop.
- Effective utilization of technology and increased surveillance.
- Proactive community policing initiatives enhancing public trust.
- Commitment to better law enforcement practices.
Jaipur, Oct 1 (NationPress) The state of Rajasthan has experienced a steady decline in crime rates over the past two years, underscoring the efficacy of the Rajasthan Police’s transparent and accountable approach to law enforcement and complaint resolution, according to officials.
The data provided by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) encompasses statistics for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. In contrast to these figures, a noticeable reduction in significant crime categories has been documented in Rajasthan during 2024 and 2025, officials reported.
According to comparative data from 2023 to 2024, crimes against women decreased from 45,450 to 36,563 cases, crimes against Scheduled Tribes fell from 8,449 to 7,008 cases, and crimes against Scheduled Castes declined from 2,453 to 2,282 cases.
Economic crimes saw a slight drop from 27,675 to 27,637 cases, as confirmed by officials from the police headquarters. Additionally, the total registered IPC/BNS cases decreased from 234,985 to 213,352 cases.
This indicates an overall reduction of 19.45 percent in total crime across the state in the last two years.
A 9.24 percent decline in crimes against women has been noted, showcasing the Rajasthan Police’s commitment to enhancing women’s safety through improved response mechanisms, community policing, and swift investigative procedures.
This trend strengthens public confidence in the system and illustrates the effectiveness of proactive government and police initiatives.
The state police’s approach of free, fair, and transparent crime registration has been crucial in facilitating accurate reporting and timely resolutions.
The incorporation of technology, increased surveillance, and ongoing monitoring has further bolstered crime control efforts. The Rajasthan Police continues to dedicate its efforts under the guidance of the state government, concentrating on a people-centric policing model that prioritizes the safety and rights of all citizens, particularly women and vulnerable communities.
The state remains resolute in further enhancing its law and order systems to ensure that Rajasthan transforms into a model of effective governance and public safety.