Chandigarh, August 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab Police conducted 494 raids across the state on Monday as the ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ campaign entered its 209th day, targeting identified locations linked to associates of gangsters.
The statewide operation was carried out by police teams from all districts in coordination with the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab. The campaign was launched by Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav on January 20, 2026, with the objective of making Punjab a gangster-free state.
During Monday’s operation, police arrested 232 individuals and recovered three weapons. With these arrests, the total number of people arrested since the campaign began has reached 61,578.
Police also initiated preventive action against 167 individuals during the latest operation. One Proclaimed Offender (PO) was also arrested.
The campaign involves sustained action against gangster networks and their associates through coordinated operations across Punjab.
The Punjab Police has also urged members of the public to share information about wanted criminals, gangsters, crime and criminal activities. Information can be provided anonymously through the Anti-Gangster Helpline at 93946-93946.
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