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Crime
Punjab Police Launch 551 Anti‑Gangster Raids, Arrest 225 Suspects
✍️ hindustantimes.com
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 02:18 AM
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The Punjab police carried out 551 raids targeting criminal gangs, detaining 225 individuals across the state.
Punjab police announced that a coordinated anti‑gangster operation spanned 551 separate raids in districts across the state, resulting in the arrest of 225 alleged gang members.
A senior police spokesperson said the sweeps were part of a long‑term strategy to dismantle organised crime networks that have been linked to extortion, drug trafficking and violent intimidation.
The arrested individuals are being presented before local courts for bail hearings, and the police have said further investigations will continue to uncover additional conspirators and recover seized contraband.
Authorities emphasized that the operation demonstrates the government's resolve to restore law and order, urging the public to cooperate with law‑enforcement agencies in reporting criminal activity.
A senior police spokesperson said the sweeps were part of a long‑term strategy to dismantle organised crime networks that have been linked to extortion, drug trafficking and violent intimidation.
The arrested individuals are being presented before local courts for bail hearings, and the police have said further investigations will continue to uncover additional conspirators and recover seized contraband.
Authorities emphasized that the operation demonstrates the government's resolve to restore law and order, urging the public to cooperate with law‑enforcement agencies in reporting criminal activity.