Lucknow, December 9: The Lucknow Police Commissionerate has launched a major campaign against public drinking and hooliganism. Under this special campaign, which began on December 8, 3,073 individuals were checked across the city, of whom 1,123 were caught drinking alcohol in public places. Legal action was taken against all of them and they were sternly warned not to repeat such behavior.
Under the supervision of Joint Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Bablu Kumar, teams comprising DCPs, ACPs, and station heads from all zones carried out this action. Police had been receiving frequent complaints that some individuals were causing nuisance to the public, women, and pedestrians by drinking alcohol in parks, intersections, bus stands, and market areas. Following this, the Police Commissioner issued strict instructions and ordered effective action throughout the city.
During the campaign, police teams conducted thorough checks on roads, parks, markets, bus stands, intersections, and other crowded places. During this period, 3,073 individuals were checked, and 1,123 were found consuming alcohol in public places, and legal action was taken against them.
Zone-wise action
: Northern Zone: 484 checks, 115 challans
Southern Zone: 484 checks, 223 challans
Eastern Zone: 709 checks, 330 challans
Western Zone: 732 checks, 219 challans
Central Zone: 664 checks, 236 challans
Action will be taken against those who disturb the peace and order.
The Joint Police Commissioner stated that the campaign’s objective is to maintain peace, security, and discipline in the city. Teams are patrolling and checking throughout all zones day and night to ensure that no citizen, especially women and travelers, faces inconvenience.
He gave a clear message that alcohol consumption, hooliganism, and disorder in public places will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Immediate and strict legal action will be taken against those who disrupt peace and traffic. Lucknow Police is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and disciplined environment in the city.