The "Crime in India Report 2022" published by the National Crime Records (NCRB) Bureau states that there was a rise in offenses against the state, cybercrimes, women, SCs, STs, and children in 2022 compared to 2021. The report also emphasizes the rise in suicides and unexpected deaths in 2022.
When the results of the Assembly elections in four States were declared on December 3, the annual crime report and the Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) report were released.
The number of "sudden deaths" reported nationwide has increased by 11.6 per cent, according to the ADSI report. In 2022, there were 56,653 recorded sudden deaths, of which 32,410 were related to "heart attacks" and 24,243 to "other" causes. The age group of 45 to 60 years old was found to have the highest number of deaths (19,456). In 2022, suicides increased by 1,70,924 compared to 1,64,033 in 2021, while accidental deaths increased by 4,30,504 compared to 3,97,530 in 2021.
The Crime in India report revealed a 4 per cent increase in cases of 'crimes against women' in 2022 which is 4,45,256 compared to the previous year's 4,28,278 cases. The Indian Penal Code (IPC) predominantly records crimes against women under 'cruelty by husband or relatives' (31.4%), followed by 'kidnapping and abduction' (19.2%), 'assault on women' (18.7%), and 'rape' (7.1%).
In 2022, there was an 8.7 per cent increase in crimes against children, with kidnapping and abduction being the major crimes. However, juvenile cases decreased by 2 per cent, with 30,555 cases registered.
In 2022, cyber crimes registered 65,893 cases, a 24.4 per cent increase from 2021. 64.8 per cent were fraud-related, followed by extortion and sexual exploitation. The number of cases increased 8.6 per cent to 5,610, with 78.5 per cent under the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act and 17.9 per cent under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act.
It's critical to take action to protect vulnerable groups in light of this concerning trend. It is essential to spread knowledge about these problems and endeavor to make the world a safer place for everyone.
