Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Guwahati Police Report Major Crime Reduction in 2025
The Guwahati City Police released a report showing improvements in crime rates and law enforcement for 2025.
The chargesheet filing rate increased to 68.34% from 19.13% in 2021, and the conviction rate reached 28.5% in 2025, up from 4% in 2021.
After new criminal laws were implemented, the conviction rate surged to 86.08%.
Crimes against property decreased, with vehicle theft cases dropping to 553 in 2025 from 1,118 in 2024.
The police also recovered 1,159 stolen mobile phones and made significant arrests in drug-related cases.
Road accidents decreased to 1,026 in 2025 from 1,218 in 2024, and traffic fines amounted to Rs 50.21 crore.
The police expressed gratitude for public cooperation and reaffirmed their commitment to public safety.
Chargesheet filing rate in 2025 was 68.34%, up from 19.13% in 2021.
Conviction rate in 2025 reached 28.5%, compared to 4% in 2021.
Post Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita implementation, conviction rate surged to 86.08%.
Crimes against property decreased to 1,854 cases in 2025 from 3,752 cases in 2023.
Vehicle theft cases dropped to 553 in 2025 from 1,118 in 2024, with a 48.2% recovery rate.
- Who
- Guwahati City Police
- What
- Reported improved crime rates and law enforcement performance for 2025
- When
- January 2, 2025
- Where
- Guwahati, India
- Why
- To provide a comprehensive account of crime and law enforcement performance
Crime Reduction and Improved Public Safety
Traffic Rule Enforcement and Awareness
Crime Reduction
Crime Reduction and Improved Public Safety
Guwahati Police reported a significant reduction in overall crime, with 5,786 cases registered in 2025 compared to 7,412 in 2024 and 9,393 in 2023.
Traffic Rule Enforcement and Awareness
The reduction in crime is attributed to data-driven policing, intensified night patrolling, and swift police response.
Conviction Rates
Crime Reduction and Improved Public Safety
The conviction rate increased from 4% in 2021 to 28.5% in 2025, with a surge to 86.08% under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Traffic Rule Enforcement and Awareness
The improved conviction rates reflect the effective implementation of new criminal laws and better enforcement.
Traffic Rule Enforcement
Crime Reduction and Improved Public Safety
Strict enforcement of traffic rules led to a decrease in road accidents and fatalities, with only one fatality reported on New Year's Eve 2025.
Traffic Rule Enforcement and Awareness
The Uttar Pradesh Transport Department's traffic awareness campaigns resulted in nearly four lakh fewer challans issued in 2025 compared to 2024.
- Total Cases Registered (2025)
- 5,786
- Pending Cases (2025)
- 2,882
- Charge-Sheet Filing Rate (2025)
- 68.34%
- Conviction Rate (2025)
- 28.5%
- Conviction Rate (Post Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)
- 86.08%
- Crimes Against Property (2025)
- 1,854 cases
- Vehicle Theft Cases (2025)
- 553 cases
- Vehicle Recovery Rate (2025)
- 48.2%
- Mobile Phones Recovered (2025)
- 1,159
- NDPS Cases (2025)
- 406 cases
- NDPS Arrests (2025)
- 555 persons
- Road Accidents (2025)
- 1,026 accidents
- Traffic Fines (2025)
- Rs 50.21 crore
Sources
Guwahati Police record 68.34% chargesheet filing rate in 2025
UP govt’s traffic awareness mantra proves effective, nearly 4 lakh fewer challans compared to last year
Assam News: Guwahati Police Record Major Crime Reduction, Improved Convictions & Stronger Public Safety In 2025
Strict enforcement of traffic rules in Assam brought down fatalities on New Year’s Eve: CM
