Major terror plot foiled: Punjab AGTF and SAS Nagar police arrest four gangsters

November 26, 2025

Chandigarh: Security agencies in Punjab on Monday achieved a major breakthrough, arresting four operatives of foreign gangster Goldy Dhillon (Lawrence Bishnoi gang) after an encounter. The operation was carried out by the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) ​​and SAS Nagar police near Steel Strips Towers on the Derabassi-Ambala highway.

Major Terror Plot Foiled

In a major breakthrough, Anti-Gangster Task Force (#AGTF) and SAS Nagar Police apprehends four operatives of foreign-based gangster Goldy Dhillon of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang after an exchange of fire near Steal Strips Towers on the Dera Bassi–Ambala… pic.twitter.com/OslZN1UW1A

— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) November 26, 2025

Four accused arrested, two injured after the encounter

According to sources, the accused were hiding in a house located along the highway. Acting on intelligence, the police cordoned off the area and launched a search operation. The accused suddenly opened fire.

In the police retaliatory action, two gangsters were shot dead, while four others were arrested on the spot.

Contact with a foreign handler

Initial investigation has revealed that the gang was working under the direct instructions of its foreign handler and was plotting attacks targeting the Tricity and Patiala areas.

Weapons cache recovered

The police recovered a large quantity of weapons from the accused:

7 pistols (.32 caliber)

70 live cartridges

Punjab Police statement: Action on gangster network continues

The Punjab DGP said that the state police is committed to completely eliminate the gangster network and such swift action will continue to maintain peace and security in the state.