Chandigarh, October 21, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab Police conducted 506 raids across the state on Wednesday as part of the 274th day of its Gangstran Te Vaar campaign, arresting 226 people and taking preventive action against 145 others, according to official figures.
The operation also led to the arrest of four proclaimed offenders and the recovery of four weapons. With Wednesday’s arrests, the total number of people arrested under the campaign since its launch on January 20, 2026, has reached 79,868.
Launched by Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, Gangstran Te Vaar is aimed at dismantling gangster networks and targeting their associates. Police teams from districts across Punjab are conducting coordinated operations with the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF).
The police have urged people to share information about wanted criminals, gangsters and other criminal activities through the Anti-Gangster Helpline, 93946-93946. Information can be provided anonymously.
Meanwhile, the state police continued its anti-drug campaign, Yudh Nashian Virudh, for the 599th consecutive day.
Police arrested 123 alleged drug smugglers on Wednesday and recovered 14.6 kg of heroin, 2 kg of poppy husk, 1,115 intoxicant pills and ₹22,800 in suspected drug money.
The cumulative number of drug smugglers arrested during the 599-day campaign has reached 87,026, according to the police.
Alongside enforcement, police teams are pursuing efforts to encourage people struggling with drug dependence to seek treatment. On Wednesday, 26 people were persuaded to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment.
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