Reiterating that women’s safety remains a top priority, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, IPS, warned that harassment—especially digital blackmail and cyberstalking—will be dealt with strictly. “No offender should believe that anonymity or technology can protect them from the law. Every complaint will be pursued with seriousness, and strict legal action will follow,” he said.
Urging women not to remain silent out of fear of stigma, the Commissioner assured complete confidentiality and victim-centric handling of cases. “Your identity and dignity will be protected. The police will stand firmly with every woman who seeks help,” he added.
According to official data, the Hyderabad SHE Teams resolved 1,149 complaints over the past year. Through undercover surveillance, decoy operations, and technical tracking, the specialised police wing apprehended 3,826 individuals caught red-handed for various forms of harassment in 2025. These interventions provided swift relief to several victims facing online and offline abuse.
In one case, a young woman was blackmailed with personal photographs shared with a friend. Trapped by threats and fear of social embarrassment, she approached the SHE Teams, leading to immediate action against the accused. In another instance, a working professional facing persistent stalking and threats even after blocking the offender received protection and legal support.
Survivors recounted the trauma of harassment and the relief provided by police intervention. A 22-year-old victim said she lived in constant terror, fearing damage to her reputation. “The SHE Teams not only caught the culprit but restored my dignity through sensitive handling,” she said. Another professional, stalked for months by a man issuing violent threats, described how police support transformed her life and restored her confidence.
Police analysis revealed a sharp rise in cyber-related crimes. Blackmail topped the list, with 366 complaints. Offenders typically befriended women on social media, gained their trust, and later misused private images or video calls to extort money or sexual favours. Former partners were also found threatening victims using old photographs.
The teams handled 121 cases of midnight harassment through internet calls, 82 cases involving fake profiles and obscene content on WhatsApp, and traced abusive calls from untraceable numbers using forensic tools. Additionally, 98 cases of breach of promise to marry were registered, with counselling provided to victims and legal action initiated.
Fifteen plainclothes SHE Teams conducted surveillance at colleges, bus stations, and other public places.
