🔍 Facts & Figures on Crimes in India

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1. Murder & Violent Crimes
   • In 2022, India registered 28,522 murder cases, averaging 78 murders per day (~3 per hour).
   • Murder rate stood at 2.1 per 100,000 people.
   • Top motives: “Dispute” (~9,962 cases), followed by personal vendetta and financial gain.
2. Overall Crime Statistics
   • In 2023, India saw ~59.24 lakh cognizable cases, down ~2.3% from ~60.63 lakh in 2022.
   • Crime rate dropped from 445.9 (2022) to 427.4 (2023) per 100,000 people.
   • However, some sources report a rise to 6.24 million cases and a crime rate of 448.3 in 2023, indicating possible data discrepancies.
3. Cybercrime & Financial Frauds
   • In 2024, India recorded ~36 lakh cybercrime/fraud cases.
   • Citizens lost an estimated ₹22,845 crore to cybercrimes.
   • Phishing, identity theft, SIM frauds, and financial scams are surging.
4. Drug Trafficking & Smuggling
   • NCB seizures in 2024 totaled ₹25,330 crore, a ~55% increase over 2023.
   • Synthetic drugs (e.g., ATS) saw sharp rises in seizures.
   • Drone-assisted smuggling is escalating—179 drone-related drug cases in 2024, with Punjab alone accounting for 163.

⚠️ Observations & Challenges

• While total crime dipped slightly, serious crimes like murder, assault, and drug trafficking remain high in several states.
• Cybercrime is booming, driven by digitalization and online financial activity—law enforcement is struggling to keep pace.
• Smuggling tactics are evolving, with drones and synthetic drug networks posing new threats.
• State-wise variation is stark—some states report much higher rates of rape, theft, and violent assaults.