Punjab Police Intensifies Anti-Gangster Drive: 765 Raids, 157 Arrested

• Punjab Police conducted 765 raids at locations linked to gangster associates across the state.
• The operation, part of the "Gangstran Te Vaar" drive, led to 157 arrests and recovery of three firearms.
• Preventive action was taken against 160 individuals during the crackdown.
• An Anti Gangster Helpline (93946-93946) allows anonymous reporting, offering up to Rs 10 lakh reward.
• Police also continued the "Yudh Nashian Virudh" anti-drug drive, arresting 104 smugglers and seizing significant quantities of drugs.

Why It Matters: Punjab Police's extensive anti-gangster and anti-drug operations yield significant arrests and seizures.