Hyderabad saw a 15% decrease in overall crime in 2025 compared to the previous year, with reductions in bodily and property offenses, and cybercrime. However, crimes against women rose by 6%, and offenses against children under POCSO increased by 27%. Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar attributed the overall decline to enforcement and visible policing, while acknowledging the rise in sensitive categories. Future policing strategies will emphasize technology, including AI and drone deployment.