Punjab Police's Statewide Search Operation In Crackdown On Drug Smugglers
NDTV
The aim of the search operation is to make police presence more visible and instill a sense of security among the people, said Punjab police chief.
Punjab Police on Tuesday carried out a special cordon-and-search operation aimed at checking the movement of anti-social elements and drug smugglers across the state.
Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav led the operation in Ludhiana. Several senior police officers, including the additional director general, inspector general and deputy inspector general were engaged in the operations.
"A state-level cordon-and-search operation is being carried out," Mr Yadav told reporters in Ludhiana.
"It is a special campaign being run against anti-social elements and drug smugglers. Hotspots have been identified in each district," he added.
