Chandigarh, February 13, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
In a significant step aimed at strengthening its crackdown on organised crime and gangster activities, the Punjab Government has officially notified the establishment of a new police station under the State Anti Gangster Task Force (AGTF) at Rajpura in Patiala district.
The notification, issued by the Department of Home Affairs (Home-VI Branch) and published in the Punjab Government Gazette Extraordinary, states that the Governor of Punjab has declared the formation of the “State Anti Gangster Task Force Police Station” at Rajpura. The notification was issued on February 9, 2026, and published in the Official Gazette on February 10, 2026.
Statewide Jurisdiction to Strengthen Enforcement
According to the notification, the newly created police station will have jurisdiction across the entire State of Punjab and will function with immediate effect from the date of its publication in the Gazette.
The establishment of this specialised police station has been carried out under the provisions of clause (u) of Section 2 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, and other enabling legal powers.
Officials said the move is intended to enhance coordination, streamline investigations, and strengthen targeted action against organised criminal networks and gangsters operating across district boundaries.
Strategic Move to Combat Organised Crime
The State Anti Gangster Task Force has been playing a crucial role in identifying, tracking, and dismantling organised criminal syndicates in Punjab. The creation of a dedicated police station with statewide jurisdiction is expected to improve operational efficiency, ensure faster legal proceedings, and enhance enforcement capabilities.
The Rajpura-based police station will serve as a central operational unit for handling cases related to gangster activities, facilitating coordinated action across districts and improving intelligence-based policing.
The notification was signed by Alok Shekhar, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Punjab, Department of Home Affairs.
The development is being seen as part of the Punjab Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement mechanisms and enhance public safety across the state.
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