Rohtak, Oct. 30 -- Haryana director general of police (DGP) OP Singh on Wednesday directed district police officials to identify and arrest those involved in organised crime and illegal arms trade, describing such criminals as "cowards, fugitives and traitors."

Addressing the media at the Rohtak superintendent of police (SP)'s office, Singh urged residents not to be intimidated by those who fire shots and flee.

"I have given a free hand to the police to act firmly against such criminals who are causing fear among the people by firing shots and running away," Singh said. "The law and order situation cannot be judged by mere statements from some people. Haryana was never unsafe."

The DGP also instructed police officers to monitor social ...