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The Howrah Police District in West Bengal

 The Howrah Police District in West Bengal is a pivotal law enforcement jurisdiction, divided into two primary administrative units:

  1. Howrah Police Commissionerate (Urban Jurisdiction)

  2. Howrah Rural Police District (Rural Jurisdiction)

๐Ÿ™️ Howrah Police Commissionerate (Urban Jurisdiction)

Established in 2011, the Howrah Police Commissionerate oversees law enforcement within Howrah city and its adjacent urban areas. It was formed following the bifurcation of the original Howrah Police District to address the growing urbanization and associated policing needs. 

Key Features:

  • Headquarters: Located in Howrah city.

  • Jurisdiction: Covers Howrah Municipal Corporation and surrounding urban regions.

  • Police Stations: Comprises 16 general police stations, including specialized units such as a Women Police Station and a Cyber Crime Police Station.

  • Leadership: Managed by a Commissioner of Police, a senior officer of the rank of Deputy Inspector General (DIG). 

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๐ŸŒพ Howrah Rural Police District (Rural Jurisdiction)

The Howrah Rural Police District administers law enforcement across the rural expanse of Howrah district, encompassing both agricultural and semi-urban areas. It operates under the West Bengal Police framework, focusing on rural safety, crime prevention, and community engagement.

Key Features:

  • Headquarters: Situated in Howrah district.

  • Jurisdiction: Encompasses rural areas, including gram panchayats and census towns.

  • Police Stations: Comprises 10 general police stations, with specialized units such as a Women Police Station and a Cyber Crime Police Station.

  • Leadership: Directed by a Superintendent of Police (SP), a senior officer responsible for overseeing rural policing operations. 

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๐Ÿ—บ️ Police Stations in Howrah District

Howrah district hosts a total of 30 police stations, distributed between the urban and rural jurisdictions:

  • Urban Police Stations (Under Commissionerate): 16 stations, including specialized units.

  • Rural Police Stations (Under Rural Police District): 10 general stations, with specialized units. 

Notable Police Stations:

  • Howrah Police Station: Central station for urban law enforcement.

  • Bagnan Police Station: Serves the Bagnan area in the rural jurisdiction.

  • Amta Police Station: Covers the Amta region in the rural jurisdiction. 

๐Ÿงญ Contact Information

Howrah Police Commissionerate (Urban):

Howrah Rural Police District:


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