Punjab Police have made significant strides in curbing drug-related crimes, arresting 8,935 drug smugglers and suppliers, and recovering 1,099 kilograms of heroin along with 14.73 crore rupees in drug money during the past year.
According to the Punjab Police, 531 properties valued at 335 crore rupees were forfeited as part of the ongoing efforts to dismantle drug networks operating in the state. During a press conference today, Inspector General of Police Sukhchain Singh Gill emphasized that the Punjab Police’s war on drugs will continue into the coming year.
In the realm of cybercrime, the police have also made notable progress, registering 12,255 FIRs against individuals involved in cyber fraud. The Internal Security Wing of the state police has also played a crucial role in counter-terrorism operations.
In 2024, the wing successfully busted 12 terror modules, arrested 66 terrorists, and seized a significant amount of arms and ammunition, including 513 drones, Mr. Gill added.