Section Article

Urban Crime and Social Stress: A Policy-Oriented Study
Author(s): Fardeen Khan

Abstract
The rapid urbanization of contemporary societies has been accompanied by rising levels of crime and social stress in urban centers across the world. Urban crime is not merely a legal or criminal issue it is deeply entwined with socio-economic factors institutional gaps and patterns of urban planning. In India the expanding boundaries of cities have produced new social geographies that are marked by inequality alienation and contested spaces often resulting in heightened insecurity and psychological stress among residents. This research paper explores the nexus between urban crime and social stress through a policy-oriented lens examining empirical patterns structural determinants and institutional responses. The study critiques existing urban policy frameworks and suggests evidence-based community-driven and preventive strategies for reducing crime and alleviating social stress in Indian cities.