Patiala Range Police

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts two illegal arms supply networks, apprehends 6 accused and recovers 14 sophisticated pistols. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers through social media platforms, who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons through drone-based consignments. The accused allegedly collected these consignments and further supplied the weapons to individuals involved in criminal activities. Two FIRs have been registered at PS Chheharta and PS Civil Lines, Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to identify other associates, establish the complete backward and forward linkages, and dismantle the wider illegal arms supply networks. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling organised criminal networks, curbing illegal arms trafficking and ensuring peace and security across #Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Rural Police, in a joint operation with a Central Agency, busts multiple illegal arms and drug trafficking networks, apprehends seven accused and recovers one RPG (22 NETTO), two illegal pistols, 106 live cartridges, 7.904 kg heroin, 5.152 kg opium, 2.344 kg ICE (methamphetamine), one drone, one GPS tracker and five mobile phones. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons and narcotics for further distribution among criminal elements. Separate FIRs have been registered at PS Gharinda, PS Lopoke and PS Bhindi Saida, #Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to establish backward and forward linkages and identify other individuals involved in the network. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling illegal arms and drug trafficking networks and ensuring a safer, drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Anti-Gangster Task Force (#AGTF) Punjab, in coordination with the Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (#OFTEC) of Counter Intelligence, Punjab with the support of Central Agencies, secures the deportation of Gurwinder alias Afridi, a key kingpin of the Doni Bal–Prabh Dassuwal gang, from Ethiopia following a 10-month-long international manhunt under Operation SHAHID. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused was allegedly directing targeted killings, extortion-related firing incidents and organised criminal activities in Punjab from abroad. The Punjab Government had announced a reward of ₹5 lakh on the information leading to his arrest. The operation involved sustained intelligence gathering, surveillance and tracking across multiple countries in Asia, South-America and Africa, in close coordination with national and international agencies. We thank the Ministry of External Affairs and all other central agencies as part of this international cooperation. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling gangster networks, preventing organised crime and ensuring peace and security across #Punjab.

Called on Hon’ble Chief Minister @BhagwantMann, along with senior IPS officers, to extend festive greetings on the auspicious occasion of #Diwali and #BandiChhorDivas. Reaffirmed the Punjab Police’s unwavering commitment to maintaining peace, harmony and public safety across the state, with enhanced vigilance and preparedness to ensure safe, peaceful and joyous celebrations for all. @PunjabPoliceInd remains fully prepared to ensure a safe and peaceful festive season, while staying steadfast in its commitment to the security, well-being and happiness of the people of #Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence #Amritsar busts a cross-border narcotics smuggling network, apprehends 4 accused, including one juvenile, and recovers 36 Kg heroin. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly acting on the instructions of a foreign-based handler, receiving heroin consignments near the #India-#Pakistan border in the Lopoke area and supplying them to other parties. FIR registered at PS State Special Operation Cell (#SSOC), Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to uncover the complete network and its backward and forward linkages. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to combating drug trafficking and dismantling organised narcotics networks to help build a safe and drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Rural Police busts multiple illegal arms, explosives and drug trafficking networks, solves 3 firing incidents, apprehends 16 accused and recovers 5 illegal pistols, 2 sophisticated Uzi guns, 2 hand grenades, 34 Kg heroin and 26 live cartridges. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons for further distribution among criminal elements. Separate FIRs have been registered at PS Gharinda, PS Beas, PS Mehta, PS Lopoke & PS Chatiwind, Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to establish backward and forward linkages and identify other individuals involved in the network. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling illegal arms and drug trafficking networks and ensuring a safer, drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts three illegal arms and drug supply networks, apprehends 11 accused, and recovers 12 illegal pistols, 2 hand grenades, 310.10 gm of heroin and 33 live cartridges. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers and gangsters who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons and narcotics through drone-based consignments for further distribution among criminal elements and used the weapons to fire at houses and shops to intimidate people in connection with extortion demands. Three FIRs have been registered at PS Ranjit Avenue, PS Chheharta and PS Sultanwind, Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to establish the complete backward and forward linkages, identify other associates and dismantle the wider illegal arms and drug supply networks. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling organised criminal networks, curbing illegal arms trafficking and drug smuggling, and ensuring a safer, drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence, #Amritsar busts a narcotics smuggling network, apprehends two accused, and recovers 5 Kg of heroin. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly procuring heroin consignments from unidentified associates and supplying them to other parties in #Punjab. An FIR has been registered at PS State Special Operations Cell (#SSOC), Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to establish the complete forward and backward linkages, identify other persons involved and dismantle the wider narcotics smuggling network. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to combating drug trafficking and dismantling organised narcotics networks to help build a safe and drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, @PatialaPolice busts an illegal arms module, arrests three accused and recovers nine .32-calibre pistols, 10 live cartridges, 16 magazines. Preliminary investigation reveals that the weapons were allegedly procured from Madhya Pradesh. Further investigation is underway to establish the complete forward and backward linkages and identify other persons involved in the illegal arms network. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling illegal arms supply networks and organised criminal gangs to ensure the safety and security of Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts a drug trafficking and illegal arms smuggling network, apprehending 8 accused and recovering 11 pistols, 4 live cartridges and 2.293 kg of heroin. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons for further distribution among criminal elements. Three FIRs have been registered at PS Chheharta & PS A-Division, Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to establish backward and forward linkages and identify other individuals involved in the network. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling illegal arms and drug trafficking networks and ensuring a safer, drug-free Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence, Amritsar busts a cross-border illegal arms smuggling module, apprehends 3 accused and recovers 10 foreign-made sophisticated .30 bore pistols along with magazines. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with a foreign-based handler who facilitated illegal arms consignments. The weapons were further supplied to criminal elements through an organised distribution network. An FIR has been registered at PS State Special Operation Cell (#SSOC), #Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to uncover the entire smuggling network and establish backward and forward linkages. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling cross-border arms smuggling networks and ensuring a safer and more secure Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Rural Police busts illegal arms and narcotics supply networks, apprehends 7 accused and recovers 14 sophisticated pistols & 20 Kg heroin. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with a foreign-based handler facilitating illegal arms consignments for further distribution among criminal elements through an organised network. FIRs have been registered at PS Gharinda & Kathunangal. Further investigation is underway to uncover the complete network and establish backward and forward linkages. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to dismantling illegal arms, drug trafficking and organised criminal networks to ensure a safer and more secure Punjab.

In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts two illegal arms supply networks, apprehends 4 accused, including two juveniles, and recovers 16 sophisticated pistols and 7 live cartridges. Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were allegedly in contact with a foreign-based handler who facilitated illegal arms consignments. The weapons were further supplied to criminal elements through an organised distribution network. Separate FIRs have been registered at PS Cantonment and PS Gate Hakima, #Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to uncover the complete network and establish the backward and forward linkages. @PunjabPoliceInd remains steadfast in its commitment to dismantling illegal arms networks and making Punjab a safer state.