Dehradun Crime Surge: Activists Warn Government, Threaten Protests

• State activists express deep concern over rising crime in Dehradun, Haridwar, and Haldwani, stating "We were better off in UP."
• Activists allege national parties treat Uttarakhand as personal estate, with leaders profiting from development while crime increases.
• Dehradun's image as a peaceful student city is threatened by deteriorating law and order, impacting student safety and the state's economy.
• Allegations surface that police verification targets poor laborers, while influential outsiders and history-sheeters obtain licenses and permits.
• Activists warn the government to improve law and order and hold officials accountable, or they will take to the streets.