Gurugram, Nov. 24 -- Haryana director general of police (DGP) OP Singh has directed district police units to take firm action against singers and social media influencers glamorising gangster lifestyles through their music videos, reels and stylised gun-flaunting content. Citing songs that celebrate shooters and videos portraying extortionists as "folk heroes," Singh warned that such content "destroys in minutes the values taught by parents, teachers and society" and plays a direct role in inspiring youngsters to imitate criminal behaviour. The letter was issued on November 23 to all station house officers, chowki in-charges, deputy superintendent of police, assistant commissioner of police, superintendent of police, deputy commissioner of police, commissioner of police and range officers across Haryana. Singh praised the force for the achievements under 'Operation Trackdown', noting that the police had foiled over 60 murder conspiracies in 18 days and recovered over 250 illegal weapons and 350 live cartridges. Calling the crackdown a "historic achievement," he said the state government and police headquarters were proud of the coordinated effort that led to more than 1,500 arrests. According to the letter, police units have also initiated action to seize 'black money,' and demolish illegal properties of gang members. Singh said dismantling such networks was essential to restore public confidence. He further instructed officers to monitor criminals released from jail to ensure they do not regroup....