Chandigarh, Jan. 21 -- Facing heat over the law and order situation in the state, the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government on Tuesday launched a 72-hour statewide crackdown titled "Gangstara Te Vaar", officially named 'Operation Parhar', targeting networks of high-profile gangsters operating from abroad and their associates within the state.

12,000 cops conducting raids

The operation aims to dismantle weapon supply chains, logistics, safe houses and communication networks linked to organised crime syndicates. As part of the drive, around 12,000 police personnel have been deployed to conduct raids at nearly 2,000 locations across Punjab.

Launching the operation, director general of police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said teams are targeting 60 ...