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Chandigarh: In a significant development against organized crime, Punjab Police apprehended five prominent operatives of the Bambiha-Kaushal gang on Sunday, recovering nine illegal firearms and 15 cartridges in the process, according to Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav.
The DGP reported that the weapons were smuggled from Madhya Pradesh and noted that the arrests have prevented planned attacks on three individuals.
The suspects are linked to various serious crimes, including extortion, murder, and arms trafficking across multiple districts in Punjab.
“Ongoing investigations are focused on uncovering their wider network and establishing connections to dismantle the gang entirely,” he stated in a post on X.
To enhance law enforcement and community relations, DGP Yadav conducted a surprise inspection during ‘Night Domination’ operations early Saturday across four districts, checking various police stations and checkpoints while engaging directly with officers and residents.
His nighttime visit to Mohali, Ludhiana, Khanna, and Fatehgarh Sahib aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of these operations and monitor police activities on the ground.
During his tour, DGP Yadav spoke with community members to gather direct feedback on their interactions with the police. “I am pleased to hear that the public feels safer due to our increased visibility. Our objective is to ensure the security of citizens and foster trust through transparent and accountable policing,” he remarked.
He also interacted with police personnel at various levels, assessing the operations of special checkpoints and encouraging them to uphold high standards of professionalism.
Emphasizing the importance of combating street crime and eradicating drugs in the state, he mentioned that recently, Commissioners of Police (CPs) and Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) were instructed to address these issues effectively and ensure timely registration of FIRs.
The Punjab Police are actively identifying crime hotspots, including areas prone to snatching, to adjust police patrols and prevent such incidents.
