Chandigarh, Nov 10: A sustained crackdown by the Punjab Police has led to the arrest of over 3,300 gangsters and the dismantling of nearly 1,300 criminal modules across the state since April 2022.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said nine major gangs are currently active in Punjab, with most being directed by leaders based overseas. He noted that law enforcement agencies are working closely with central departments to trace these operatives and disrupt their local networks.
Out of 28 high-profile criminals identified on the state’s most-wanted list, six have already been brought to book. Nine of the remaining fugitives carry a bounty of Rs 10 lakh each, including prominent figures like Goldy Brar, Lakhbir Singh alias Landa Harike, and Harwinder Singh alias Rinda.
In addition to foreign extraditions and field raids, police reported success with their direct public outreach. The AGTF WhatsApp helpline has received 1,028 complaints so far, resolving 823 of them and leading to 97 FIRs, 12 arrests, and preventive action against over 140 individuals.
