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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has taken proactive steps to ensure safety ahead of the festive season. He held a high-level review meeting to assess the law and order situation across the state. In a related development, the Punjab Police busted a significant hawala network, recovering a large sum of money. The police remain committed to dismantling organized crime and protecting citizens.

Key Points: Bhagwant Mann Reviews Punjab Law and Order Ahead of Festive Season

  • Bhagwant Mann held a high-level video conference with senior police officials
  • Police directed to ensure public safety during upcoming festive events
  • Punjab Police busted a major hawala network recovering Rs 2.05 crore
  • Kapurthala Police also recently arrested 38 accused in a cyber-fraud scam
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Punjab CM holds review meeting to assess law and order situation ahead of festive season

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann directs police for robust security during festivals after a high-level review meeting. State police also busts a major hawala network.

"Officers have been instructed to implement robust security measures to protect citizens and ensure the smooth operation of events. - Punjab Police"

Chandigarh, September 24

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a high-level review meeting via video conference to assess the law and order situation across the state ahead of the upcoming festive season.

Senior officers of the Punjab Police attended the meeting.

IGP Punjab (Headquarters) Sukhchain Singh Gill said in a video shared by Punjab Police that officers have been directed to ensure robust arrangements for maintaining law & order, safeguarding public safety, and the smooth conduct of events during the upcoming festive season.

"Today, a high-level review meeting was held via video conference with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, DGP Punjab Police, senior Punjab Police officers and all Range IGs/DIGs/CP/SSPs, to assess the law & order situation across the State," Punjab Police said in a post on X.

https://x.com/PunjabPoliceInd/status/1970826729099862084

"Officers have been instructed to implement robust security measures to protect citizens and ensure the smooth operation of events. Clear instructions were also issued to act with determination under the state's zero-tolerance policy against miscreants and criminals. Punjab Police remains fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of every citizen," it added.

Meanwhile, acting on a backward linkage, the Punjab Police has busted a significant hawala network, recovering Rs 2.05 crore, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab, Gaurav Yadav. The operation was led by the Kapurthala Police, which arrested an associate involved in funding operations linked to the Ludhiana-based hawala operator.

"Acting swiftly on backward linkages, Kapurthala Police busts a major Hawala network, recovering Rs 2.05 crore of Hawala money. The police team zeroed in on one #Ludhiana-based hawala operator, and arrested one associate who was involved in funding operations through Hawala," the DGP said.

Last week, Kapurthala Police unearthed a large-scale online cyber-fraud scam in Phagwara.

A case was registered at PS Cyber Crime, Kapurthala, resulting in the arrest of 38 accused along with the seizure of 40 laptops, 67 mobile phones and ₹10 lakh of suspected Hawala money linked to the scam."

The police said that further investigation is underway to expose and neutralise the entire nexus and they remain resolute in dismantling organised financial crime networks, curbing cyber fraud and safeguarding citizens' hard-earned money.

- ANI

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Priya S
The hawala network bust is impressive! ₹2.05 crore recovery shows serious action against financial crimes. Hope this continues and people's hard-earned money is protected from cyber fraudsters.
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Arjun K
While the intentions seem good, I hope this isn't just another meeting for media coverage. Actual ground implementation matters more. Last year during Diwali, there were several theft incidents in our area despite police assurances.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Punjab, I appreciate these security measures. Festivals should be about joy and celebration, not worry about safety. The cyber crime bust is particularly reassuring for digital payments during festival shopping.
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Kavya N
Police should focus on traffic management too during festivals. Last year, the markets were so congested that emergency vehicles couldn't pass through. Hope they have a comprehensive plan this time. 🚓
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Michael C
The coordinated approach between different police units is commendable. Busting both hawala networks and cyber fraud shows they're tackling crime from multiple angles. This should boost public confidence.
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Neha E
Hope they include women's safety measures specifically. During crowded festivals, eve-teasing incidents increase. More women police personnel should be deployed in market areas and near celebration venues.

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