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Crime
Punjab Police Bust Gangs, Drug Traffickers in Massive Statewide Raid
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 06 Jul 2026, 02:46 AM
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Punjab Police conducted a large-scale operation involving 60 teams, leading to the detention of 132 suspected individuals involved in gangsterism and drug trafficking. Authorities seized various illegal substances and stolen vehicles during the raids.
In a significant crackdown on organized crime, Punjab Police have apprehended 132 individuals suspected of involvement in gangster activities and drug smuggling. The operation saw approximately 60 teams simultaneously raiding various locations across the state.
During the extensive searches, law enforcement officials recovered a substantial quantity of illegal items. These included various narcotics such as cannabis (ganja), opium, heroin (chitta), and intoxicating pills. Additionally, police confiscated several stolen vehicles, indicating a link between the criminal elements and vehicle theft.
The raids are part of an intensified effort by the Punjab Police to dismantle networks involved in both gangsterism and the pervasive drug trade that has plagued the region. Further investigations are expected to follow based on the detentions and seizures made.
During the extensive searches, law enforcement officials recovered a substantial quantity of illegal items. These included various narcotics such as cannabis (ganja), opium, heroin (chitta), and intoxicating pills. Additionally, police confiscated several stolen vehicles, indicating a link between the criminal elements and vehicle theft.
The raids are part of an intensified effort by the Punjab Police to dismantle networks involved in both gangsterism and the pervasive drug trade that has plagued the region. Further investigations are expected to follow based on the detentions and seizures made.