Report : Manmeen Walia, New Delhi
In a major action before the festive season, the ARSC team of the Crime Branch has busted an illegal storage house of banned firecrackers in Nand Nagari, Delhi, and recovered around 160 kg of illegal firecrackers.
Acting on a secret tip-off, the police received information on 6th October, about a godown in D-Block, Nand Nagari, where a large stock of banned firecrackers was being kept.
A special team led by Inspector K.K. Sharma and supervised by ACP Sanjay Kumar Nagpal (ARSC) was formed.
The team conducted a successful raid and recovered a huge quantity of banned firecrackers. The accused, Kishan Singh (46 years), son of Late Shivdan Singh, resident of Nand Nagari, Delhi, was arrested on the spot.
A case under FIR No. 294/2025, dated 07.10.2025, under sections 125/288 BNS, 9(B) Explosive Act, and 5/15 Environment Protection Act, PS Crime Branch, Delhi, has been registered.
During the raid, the police recovered 160 kg of banned firecrackers. Further investigation is underway to trace the supply chain and identify others involved.
DCP Crime Branch, Sh. Sanjeev Kumar Yadav, IPS, deserves high appreciation for his strong leadership and continuous efforts to maintain safety and law in the city. Under his guidance, the Crime Branch team has once again displayed remarkable efficiency by busting an illegal firecracker storage unit ahead of the festive season.
His focus on preventive policing, public safety, and environmental protection reflects his commitment to responsible and proactive policing. DCP Yadav’s supervision and motivation have played a key role in ensuring that the Crime Branch remains alert and effective in tackling illegal activities that can endanger lives and the environment.
His dedication and vision continue to inspire the force to work with integrity, alertness, and professionalism for the safety and well-being of Delhi’s citizens.
