Terrorists are using online social networking as a tool to further their nefarious designs, Rajya Sabha was informed on Wednesday.
When asked whether online social networking has become a a big tool for criminals and terrorists, Minister of state for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran said, "Yes Sir, The criminals and terrorists are using online social networking.
"Delhi Police, however, is continuously upgrading its technological strength by inducting latest components/gadget to counter this challenge." On the question of highest number of rapes reported from the national capital as compared to other cities, Ramachandran said, "According to Crime in India 2010, an annual NCRB publication, it is a fact that maximum number of cases of rape of women have come to light in Delhi city in comparison to the 35 major cities of the country."
"414 cases of rape were registered in Delhi during the year 2010 which exceeded in comparison to Mumbai, Bangalore, Lucknow and Patna by 220, 349, 362, and 389 respectively," he said.
The Minister said it was not correct to say that Delhi Police has negligent attitude towards such incidents.
"Delhi Police pays a focused attention towards preventing crimes against women. Heinous crimes like rape are handled with great sensitivity. Delhi Police has introduced special measures to make the city safe for women," he said.