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Chandigarh, October 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab Police conducted 500 raids at identified locations linked to gangster associates across the state on Saturday as the 'Gangstran Te Vaar' campaign entered its 270th day. The operation resulted in the arrest of 175 individuals, while preventive action was taken against another 171 persons.
According to the police, one weapon was also recovered during the operation, and nine proclaimed offenders (POs) were arrested. The total number of arrests under the campaign has reached 79,018 since its launch.
The 'Gangstran Te Vaar' campaign, aimed at making Punjab free from gangster-related crime, was launched by Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on January 20, 2026. Police teams from all districts have been conducting special operations in coordination with the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), Punjab.
Punjab Police has urged the public to share information about wanted criminals, gangsters and other criminal activities through the Anti-Gangster Helpline at 93946-93946. People can provide information anonymously.
Meanwhile, the police continued its anti-drug campaign, 'Yudh Nashian Virudh', for the 595th consecutive day, arresting 122 alleged drug smugglers on Saturday.
The police recovered 2.2 kg of heroin, 7.2 kg of opium, 225 kg of poppy husk, 6,622 intoxicant pills and ₹2,000 in suspected drug money during the operation.
With these arrests, the total number of alleged drug smugglers arrested under the campaign has reached 86,091 in 595 days.
As part of its de-addiction and rehabilitation efforts, Punjab Police also persuaded 23 individuals to undergo treatment for substance dependence on Saturday.