The NCRB's 2024 crime report provides critical insights into the trends and patterns of criminal activities across the country. By focusing on per capita crime rates, the data presents a more accurate comparison among states, irrespective of population size. Here’s a detailed look at the 10 Indian states with the highest per capita crime rates in 2024:
Uttar Pradesh – Crime Rate: 7.4 per capitaThe state with the most reported crimes is Uttar Pradesh. The per capita crime rate of 7.4 indicates ongoing difficulties in upholding law and order despite a large population. Public safety is still impacted by problems like theft, violent crimes, and intercommunal conflicts.
Arunachal Pradesh – Crime Rate: 5.8 per capitaThis northeastern state ranks second in per capita crime. Night travel restrictions in some regions point to ongoing security concerns. Sparse population and difficult terrain make effective policing a challenge.
Jharkhand – Crime Rate: 5.3 per capitaJharkhand suffers from loopholes in enforcement and underreporting. The state struggles with issues including Maoist violence, illicit mining, and inadequate rural policing, and it has a high crime rate of 5.3.
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Meghalaya – Crime Rate: 5.1 per capitaMeghalaya is often flagged for safety concerns, particularly in certain tribal regions. The crime rate reflects rising incidents despite its small population base.
Delhi – Crime Rate: 5.0 per capita
The capital city continues to report a high rate of crimes per capita. Despite strong administrative focus, issues such as gender-based violence and street crime persist at alarming levels.
Assam – Crime Rate: 4.4 per capitaAssam’s crime rate highlights issues tied to political instability and ethnic tensions. Crimes range from land disputes to insurgency-related violence in border areas.
Chhattisgarh – Crime Rate: 4.0 per capitaMaoist activity and poor accessibility in tribal areas contribute to Chhattisgarh’s crime figures. The state has long struggled with internal security issues and delayed justice.
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Haryana and Odisha – Crime Rate: 3.8 per capitaUrban crime patterns are on the rise in both states. While Odisha's problems are primarily rural in nature, Haryana has seen increases in organized crime and gender-based violence.
Andhra Pradesh – Crime Rate: 3.6 per capitaEven with effective administrative systems, Andhra Pradesh's crime statistics shows an increase in financial fraud, domestic abuse, and cybercrime.
Andhra Pradesh – Crime Rate: 3.6 per capitaEven with effective administrative systems, Andhra Pradesh's crime statistics shows an increase in financial fraud, domestic abuse, and cybercrime.