Dhanbad, Jan. 12 -- In a major push to strengthen law and order and curb crime in the district, Dhanbad police launched an intensive crackdown throughout 2025, leading to the arrest of 1,799 accused who were subsequently sent to jail, officials said.

The drive, carried out under the leadership of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Prabhat Kumar, focused on a wide range of serious offences including organised crime, murder, robbery, dacoity, theft, illegal liquor trade, narcotics trafficking, cybercrime and Arms Act violations.

Police teams conducted coordinated operations across all police station areas, identifying and arresting wanted, absconding and habitual offenders as part of the district-wide campaign.

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