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Haryana's 'Operation Track Down': DGP Warns Gunmen to Surrender or Face Action

Haryana Police have launched a major statewide drive called "Operation Track Down" to hunt down dangerous gunmen and absconders. DGP O.P. Singh expressed concern about youth glamorizing crime through films and social media without understanding the consequences. The 15-day operation will target approximately 30,000 individuals in a database, prioritizing those who have actually fired weapons. Police warn that those who resist will face tough action, including organized crime charges and property seizures.

Key Points: Haryana Police Launch Operation Track Down Against Gunmen

  • Police target 1,500-2,000 individuals who have fired at least one shot
  • Operation focuses on notorious gunmen and habitual offenders across state
  • Repeat offenders face organized crime charges with 1-2 years bail denial
  • Properties of convicted criminals will be seized by authorities
  • STF and district police jointly identify most dangerous criminals
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Haryana Police launch drive to hunt gunmen and absconders; DGP warns, 'surrender or face tough action'

Haryana DGP warns armed offenders to surrender as police launch 15-day statewide drive targeting 30,000 criminals, with tough action for resistance.

"If an offender fires with both hands, the police aren't wearing bangles - DGP O.P. Singh"

New Delhi, Nov 5

Haryana DGP O.P. Singh on Wednesday launched “Operation Track Down”, a statewide police drive aimed at hunting down notorious gunmen, habitual offenders and absconders, and warned those carrying firearms to surrender or face tough legal action.  

Speaking exclusively to IANS in Panchkula, the DGP said that the campaign was born out of concern that impressionable youth, inspired by films and social-media reels, were glamorising crime.

“They don’t realise the consequences of firing a gun — we must tell them this is not fun,” he said.

The DGP said the Special Task Force (STF) and district police would jointly identify and target the most notorious faces.

“From each police station, five of the most infamous will be identified, at the district level, 10 such faces, while the STF will track down 20,” Singh said, outlining a phased, 15-day operation.

He added that the STF has compiled a database of roughly 30,000 names, of which around 1,500-2,000 individuals who have fired at least one shot will be prioritised for action.

Singh warned repeat offenders would be booked under organised crime provisions that could keep them behind bars for one to two years without bail. He also said police would seize properties of convicted criminals and house them in government facilities at state expense.

Appealing to armed youths to surrender voluntarily, Singh offered assurances of safety and due legal process: “If you come quietly, no harm will be done — everything will happen through legal procedure.”

But his message to those who resist was blunt: “If an offender fires with both hands, the police aren’t wearing bangles,” he said, signalling a readiness to use force when necessary.

The DGP insisted there was no gang that could challenge the Haryana Police and described many listed in the database as misguided runaways seeking power, money or fame. The operation will also focus on those intimidating citizens over phone calls, he added.

Haryana Police said the drive would be publicly updated daily, with details to be shared with the media as arrests and recoveries are made.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a mother, I'm relieved to see this initiative. Social media reels are making crime look glamorous to our children. Hope this operation brings peace to our neighborhoods.
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Arjun K
Good move but I hope the police ensure innocent people aren't harassed. The database of 30,000 names is huge - verification must be thorough. Due process is important.
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Sarah B
The focus on phone intimidation is much needed! So many senior citizens in our society live in fear of threatening calls. This operation should bring them relief.
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Vikram M
"Police aren't wearing bangles" - strong message from DGP! Criminals need to understand that law will prevail. Hope this reduces crime rates in Haryana. 🙌
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Michael C
While I support the operation, I'm concerned about the "no bail for 1-2 years" provision. The justice system should ensure fair trials, not just prolonged detention.
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Ananya R
Daily updates to media is a good transparency measure. Public should know the progress. Hope this becomes a model for other states too! ✨

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