Mysuru: The Mysuru district police have established anti-rowdy squads to monitor 1,170 rowdies and curb their illegal activities. These squads aim to track rowdy-sheeters, reform them, steer them away from criminal behavior, and reintegrate them into mainstream society.
Formation of Squads
A total of 17 anti-rowdy squads have been formed in Mysuru district, including four at the circle level and 13 at the police station level. Mysuru Superintendent of Police Mallikarjun Baladandi stated that these exclusive squads are tasked with verifying and tracking the activities of listed rowdies, ensuring strict compliance with court attendance and bond conditions. Actions such as bail cancellation for violations and banishment proposals under the Goonda Act will be initiated.
Focus on Active Rowdies
Among the 1,170 rowdy-sheeters in the district, 300 are under particular focus by law enforcement authorities. The SP will review squad activities every 15 days. Circle Inspectors head the circle-level squads, while police sub-inspectors lead station-level squads. Each squad comprises five police officers and staff members, supervised by sub-divisional deputy superintendents of police.
Surveillance and Prevention
The squads will verify old criminal records and open rowdy lists against repeat offenders. Active rowdies and their associates will be closely watched to prevent involvement in rowdyism. Surveillance will also be maintained on rowdies in jails and those released from prison. Rowdies within police station limits will be summoned periodically, warned, and made to execute bonds for maintaining peace.
Public Involvement
If members of the public notice acts of rowdyism, extortion, or intimidation, they are urged to call the 112 emergency helpline or inform the local police station and file a complaint.
