Hinjewadi is known as a major IT hub, but the area has also seen a rise in illegal activities carried out under the cover of spas and massage centres. In the last few months, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police have increased their checks across Hinjewadi, Ravet, and Alandi Phata. Their goal is simple — stop human trafficking, rescue women, and shut illegal setups. This article takes a clear look at these actions, the places raided, and the steps taken by the police to control such crimes in and around Hinjewadi.

The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Pimpri-Chinchwad Police carried out major raids across different areas, including Hinjewadi, and rescued eight women in a single day. These steps show that strong action is being taken to control illegal activities running behind the name of spa and massage centres.

Raids in Hinjewadi, Ravet, and Alandi Phata

Police teams received information that some spas and lodges in Hinjewadi, Ravet, and Alandi Phata were forcing women into illegal work. Based on this information, the AHTU team planned raids at these places.

The first major raid happened at a lodge near Alandi Phata. The police were informed that five women were being forced into sex work. The team reached the place, raided the lodge, and rescued all five women safely. The lodge owner, Gajanan Satwaji Awhad, was arrested on the spot. A case was filed under the Prevention of Immoral Traffic Act (PITA).

In the next action, the police team raided two spa centres — Sunrise Wellness Ayurvedic Spa in Hinjewadi and Nisargam Ayurvedic Spa in Ravet. During this raid, police found three women who needed help and rescued them. Cases were also filed against the spa owners for running illegal activities inside their centres.

These back-to-back actions sent a strong message across Hinjewadi and nearby areas. Many locals appreciated the police for acting quickly and keeping Hinjewadi safe.

Yearly Data: What the Police Found in the Last 12 Months

Police have been active across the city, and the results show the scale of the issue. The AHTU has taken action in hotels, spa centres, massage parlours, and even online setups.

Here is the data shared by the police:

Police Action Summary (Past 1 Year)

Category	Number
Total raids conducted	26
Women rescued	55
People arrested	42
Spa/Massage parlours raided	6
Hotels raided	7
Residential flats raided	3
Online prostitution cases	Yes
Women booked for obscene gestures on roads	97
Cases filed for road activity	65

This data shows how widespread these activities had become across the Pimpri-Chinchwad area. Hinjewadi, being a major commercial hub, is always under focus because many illegal businesses try to hide in busy commercial zones.

Why Hinjewadi Needed Strict Action

Hinjewadi has thousands of people working in IT parks, and the area has grown rapidly. Along with this growth, some people try to run illegal setups in rented flats or commercial places. Many spas do not register properly or misuse their licence. Some operate without any licence at all.

The police found that certain places were using the name of “Ayurvedic spa” to hide illegal sex work. This is why Hinjewadi became one of the key locations for raids.

Police officers shared that Hinjewadi comes under one of the 22 police station limits in the Commissionerate, and because it is a large area with heavy footfall, regular checks are needed.

Strict Orders by the Police Commissioner

The Commissioner of Police, Vinoy Kumar Choubey, took these cases seriously and ordered strict action. After the investigation, four spa centres were shut down for one full year. These places were found running illegal activities under the name of massage or wellness services.

Locations Closed for One Year

Area	Type of Place	Status
Wakad	Spa Centre	Closed
Wakad	Residential Flat	Closed
Hinjewadi	Spa Centre	Closed
Sangvi	Spa Centre	Closed

Police said these places will remain shut for the next year, and if they try to restart the business illegally, tougher action will be taken.

Police Explain How the Raids Were Planned

Senior Police Inspector Nitin Gite, who leads the AHTU, explained that they receive tip-offs from locals, surveillance, and internal sources. Once they confirm the situation, the team enters the location carefully to rescue victims.

He also mentioned that Pimpri-Chinchwad Police cover 22 police stations, and the area is huge. Because of this, the AHTU team carries out regular checks across all zones, including Hinjewadi.

The recent raid at the lodge near Alandi Phata came from credible information. This led to the rescue of five women and the arrest of the lodge owner.

Team Behind the Actions

The coordinated work done by the police team is the main reason these raids were successful. The actions were taken under the guidance of:

• CP Vinoy Kumar Choubey
• DCP (Crime) Dr. Shivaji Pawar
• ACP (Crime-1) Dr. Vishal Hire

The AHTU team conducting the raids included:

• Sr PI Nitin Gite
• API Bhaskar Pulli
• ASI Sunil Shirsath
• Police Constables Bhagwanta Muthe, Maruti Karchunde, Ganesh Karote, Shraddha Bhargude
• Vaishnavi Gawade, Nilam Buchade, Sangita Jadhav, and Uday Kumar Bhosale

Their work has helped make Hinjewadi safer, especially for women who were trapped in illegal businesses without any support.

Impact on Hinjewadi and Nearby Areas

The strict police action has had a clear impact. Many illegal spa owners have either closed their centres or are now running properly as per rules. People working in Hinjewadi say they feel safer knowing that the police are checking suspicious places often.

Residents living near these spas also feel relief because the frequent movement of unknown people around such places used to make the area unsafe. Now, with the closures and cases filed, people expect fewer such incidents.

Police also say that they will increase their checks in Hinjewadi and will not allow illegal activities to grow. The rescue of women shows how serious the issue was and why more attention is needed.

Common Questions About the Hinjewadi Police Raids

Why were spa centres in Hinjewadi raided?

They were raided because police received information that illegal activities were happening inside some spas. Many centres were using the name of massage or Ayurvedic spa to run sex work.

How many women were rescued in Hinjewadi and nearby areas?

A total of eight women were rescued in the recent action. Over the year, police rescued 55 women from different places.

Were any spa centres fully shut down?

Yes. Four locations were shut down for one year, including a spa centre in Hinjewadi.

How does this action help the people of Hinjewadi?

It helps make the area safer, reduces illegal activities, and ensures that businesses follow rules. It also helps protect women who were being forced into such work.

Will there be more checks in the future?

Police officers have said that checks will continue and may increase to keep Hinjewadi safe.

Hinjewadi is growing fast, and it needs strong safety measures. The recent police raids show that illegal activities will not be tolerated. By rescuing women, arresting the accused, and shutting down illegal spas, the police have taken an important step to protect people in and around Hinjewadi.

The area will continue to grow as an IT hub, and strong law enforcement will help keep it safe for all. The actions taken by the police this year make it clear that anyone running illegal work in Hinjewadi will face strict action.

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