Mysore/Mysuru, May 23 -- In a bid to curb rising nuisance and criminal activity in residential areas, the Mysuru City Police have intensified their area domination exercises across the city, particularly during night hours. They are using sleuths from the Chamundi Commando Force and Panther Units to instil fear among lawbreakers.

Area domination is a coordinated policing exercise in which a large number of personnel patrol sensitive and vulnerable pockets to deter criminal activity, reassure the public and maintain law and order.

Police sources said, night patrols conducted over the past few weeks have helped restore order in many parts of the city, with officers ensuring that shops close between 10.30 pm and 11 pm. However, miscreants ...