Cyber cases have increased in Kurnool district by 212.2%. Moreover, the number of rape cases filed have also increased. In 2018, 26 cases were filed, which increased to 55 cases in 2019 showing an increase of 111.54%. Attempt to murder cases have shown a rising trend, where in the past year 144 cases were recorded, in 2019 179 cases have been recorded (up by 24.31%). Dr. Fakkerappa has also taken a keen interest in POCSO cases.

Source: The Hindu December 30, 2019 13:07 UTC