Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Punjab Police Intensifies Security and Anti-Drug Efforts
The Punjab Police are increasing security measures before Independence Day.
They're checking court buildings and vehicles around them to keep everyone safe.
At the same time, the police are also fighting against drugs by arresting people and seizing drugs like heroin and opium.
They also helped some people get treatment to stop using drugs.
These actions are part of the government's plan to make sure everyone can celebrate Independence Day safely and to reduce drug problems.
Punjab Police conducted cordon and search operations (CASO) in court complexes.
The operations aimed to bolster security ahead of Independence Day.
Police checked 1,160 vehicles, issuing 129 challans and impounding four vehicles.
Anti-drug operations on Day 157 led to 109 arrests and seizure of drugs.
Police also focused on de-addiction, convincing 79 individuals to seek treatment.
- Who
- Punjab Police, led by the DGP and overseen by CPs and SSPs.
- What
- Punjab Police conducted security operations and anti-drug raids.
- When
- Ongoing, with focus on Independence Day preparations and Day 157 of anti-drug operations.
- Where
- Across all 28 police districts of Punjab, primarily in and around court complexes and drug raid locations.
- Why
- To ensure peaceful Independence Day celebrations and combat the drug menace.
- Operation Type
- Cordon and Search (CASO)
- DGP
- Gaurav Yadav
- Vehicles Checked
- 1,160
- Challans Issued
- 129
- Vehicles Impounded
- 4
- Drug Smugglers Arrested (Anti-Drug Ops)
- 109
- Heroin Seized
- 1.5 kg