Chandigarh: In a sweeping operation against organized crime and illicit activities, Haryana Police on Wednesday conducted coordinated raids across the state under ‘Operation Hotspots Domination’, striking 575 locations simultaneously and apprehending 108 accused. The operation was executed under the guidance of Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini and supervision of Director General of Police O.P. Singh.
The campaign aims to:
- Disrupt drug trafficking networks
- Dismantle illegal liquor and gambling dens
- Apprehend violent and wanted criminals
- Identify and neutralize organized crime hotspots
Simultaneous Raids Yield 56 FIRs
Police teams launched synchronized raids from early morning, targeting premises previously identified for drug trafficking, illegal liquor trade, gambling, and gang-related activities.
Key outcomes of Wednesday’s operation:
- 56 FIRs registered
- 108 arrests made
- 43 absconding and dangerous criminals apprehended
According to DGP Singh, the operation was executed with “speed, precision, and complete element of surprise,” resulting in significant gains across multiple districts.
Major Seizures: Narcotics, Weapons, and Cash
The raids led to the recovery of large quantities of illicit materials across districts, including:
- 1,236 bottles of foreign liquor
- 111 bottles of country-made liquor
- 99 bottles of illicit raw liquor
- 250 litres of lahan (raw material for alcohol production)
- ₹51,712 in cash
Narcotics seized:
- 75.78 grams of heroin
- 1.045 kilograms of charas
Additional recoveries included:
- 70 kilograms of beef (Nooh district)
- Four country-made pistols, four handguns, three cartridges
- One vehicle
District-Wise Highlights
Several districts saw notable successes:
- Bhiwani: 25 arrests (highest in the state)
- Gurugram: 14 arrests
- Sirsa: 9 arrests
- Karnal and Hansi: 8 arrests each
Special raids in Dabwali, Karnal, and Sonipat targeted heroin supply hubs. In Jind, 200 litres of lahan were seized, while in Kaithal, police recovered 1.045 kg of charas.
Cracking Down on Organized Crime: Property Seizures and Administrative Actions
Beyond arrests, Haryana Police intensified action to curtail criminal activities through economic and administrative measures:
- Seizure of property from a notorious criminal
- Lookout notices issued against three accused
- Proposals submitted to cancel passports of violent offenders
- Demolition of an illegal construction linked to criminal activity
- Nine intelligence reports shared with other states
Additionally, 51 victims affected by substance abuse were provided support, highlighting the operation’s preventative and humanitarian focus.
Police Message: No Safe Haven for Criminals
DGP O.P. Singh emphasized that the current phase is just the beginning. Similar strict actions against organized crime, narcotics, and illegal trade will continue in the coming days.
The Haryana Police sent a firm message to criminal networks: “There is no safe haven for crime in Haryana.”
