Bhagwant Mann Police continued its statewide campaign against organised gangster networks by conducting 484 targeted raids across the state on the 289th day of its ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ initiative. The operation was carried out in coordination with the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab as part of efforts to identify and take action against individuals linked to criminal networks.
According to figures shared by Punjab Police on November 6, the latest operations resulted in the arrest of 178 individuals. Police teams also apprehended five proclaimed offenders and recovered two weapons during the raids.
Bhagwant Mann: Over 82,600 Arrests Since Campaign Launch
With the latest action, the cumulative number of arrests under the campaign has reached 82,687 since its launch, according to the police. The figures highlight the scale of enforcement operations being conducted across different locations in Punjab.
The coordinated raids are aimed at tracking suspected gang members, locating proclaimed offenders and recovering illegal weapons. The involvement of AGTF Punjab is intended to strengthen coordination between specialised teams and district police units in tackling organised criminal activities.
Police Appeals for Public Cooperation
Punjab Police has reiterated its commitment to dismantling gangster networks and improving public safety through sustained enforcement action. The department has also encouraged citizens to share information about gangster-related activities to support investigations.
For this purpose, the police has provided the Anti-Gangster Helpline, 93946-93946, through which people can share information anonymously.
