Chandigarh, Dec. 16 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday delivered a strong message to gangsters and criminals, asserting that the state government will not tolerate any attempt to disturb law and order.

Addressing a press conference here, Mann warned that the belief of escaping consequences after opening fire must be abandoned, as police will take strict action against those involved in gun violence.

Responding to questions on the law and order situation, the Chief Minister blamed previous governments for allowing criminal networks to take root, saying the public is now bearing the consequences.

He stated that the state administration is closely monitoring the situation and that police are working with a special focus on re...