Bengaluru Police intensifies Nakabandi checkpoints amid rise in property crimes

With a surge in property-related offences, including house break-ins, mobile snatching, and robberies, Bengaluru police have intensified the city’s Nakabandi system to enhance night-time surveillance and crime prevention. Traditionally operating alongside routine night patrols, the Nakabandi system has been significantly strengthened over the past three months.

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Prompted by a notable increase in burglary and robbery cases in 2024, authorities have expanded the number of checkpoints across strategic locations, especially during late hours. In 2024 alone, Bengaluru reported 5,450 burglary cases — 4,322 at night and 1,128 during the day — along with 1,611 robbery incidents, raising alarm over public safety.

Each Nakabandi checkpoint is now staffed by five-member teams, including jurisdictional police and volunteers from the Nere-Hore Kavalu Pade (Neighbourhood Watch Committee). These units focus on monitoring vehicle movements to detect and deter criminal activities, with efforts further supported by officers wearing body cameras to enhance transparency and accountability.

The revised approach has also been instrumental in curbing vehicle-related offences such as illegal stunts and wheelies. While the night beat patrol system continues, the increased visibility at Nakabandi points has reinforced control over vulnerable areas.

As part of broader community engagement, the police have also revived the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme, encouraging citizen participation in crime prevention efforts. With coordinated efforts between law enforcement and residents, the city aims to reduce crime and ensure safer streets.