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Mumbai Police Extern 10 Habitual Offenders for One Year
Mumbai Police told 10 people accused of repeated crimes to stay out of two Mumbai districts.
They cannot enter Mumbai City or Mumbai Suburban for one year.
Police said the people were linked to serious offences such as violence, threats, theft and drug dealing.
The decision came after police reviewed crime hotspots in North Division-3.
Several local police stations issued the orders in August 2026.
Police said the aim is to reduce crime and keep people safe.
The orders are called externment orders.
Anyone who breaks the ban may be arrested and face more legal action.
Mumbai Police externed 10 alleged habitual offenders from Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts for one year.
The action followed a review of crime hotspots in North Division-3.
Police cited alleged involvement in violence, weapon-based intimidation, assault, extortion, theft and illicit drug dealing.
The orders were issued under the Maharashtra Police Act by several police stations during August 2026.
The individuals face arrest and further legal action if they enter the restricted districts during the ban.
- Who
- Mumbai Police externed 10 alleged habitual offenders.
- What
- The individuals were barred from entering Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts for one year.
- Where
- Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts, following a review of North Division-3.
- When
- The externment orders were issued during August 2026; the action was reported on Wednesday.
- Why
- Police said the action was intended to curb repeated criminal activity, maintain law and order and restore public confidence.
Key facts
- Number externed
- 10 individuals
- Externment period
- One year
- Restricted areas
- Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts
- Legal basis
- Maharashtra Police Act
- Police division reviewed
- North Division-3
- Alleged offences
- Violence, weapon intimidation, assault, extortion, theft and illicit drug dealing
- Consequences of violation
- Arrest and further legal action
Sources
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