In a strong and visible show of law enforcement ahead of the auspicious Vaisakhi festival, Punjab Police, under the dynamic leadership of Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, intensified its state-wide ‘Night Domination’ campaign in a multi-district crackdown that stretched across the night from Friday into the early hours of Saturday. The proactive drive was part of a broader initiative aimed at reinforcing public confidence, cracking down on criminal activity, and ensuring a secure environment for citizens, in line with the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.
DGP Gaurav Yadav personally led inspections in the key districts of Jalandhar and Amritsar, conducting surprise checks and interacting with both police officials and members of the public. His late-night visits underscored Punjab Police’s determination to stay ahead of any threats, particularly as the border state remains on high alert due to its vulnerability to drug trafficking and subversive activities from across the border.
The operation was conducted simultaneously across all 28 police districts of Punjab, running from 10 pm to 4 am. Senior officers from Chandigarh, including those of Special DGP, ADGP, IGP, and DIG ranks, were strategically deployed to various districts to oversee and personally monitor ground-level execution. This high-level engagement ensured maximum visibility and efficient coordination, while Commissionerates and SSP units were mobilised to set up checkpoints, conduct patrols, and monitor activity at sensitive public locations like railway stations, bus stands, and high-traffic junctions.
In Jalandhar, DGP Yadav began his tour near the Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, where he oversaw vehicle checks and engaged with citizens, gauging their sense of safety. He then moved to Division No. 7 at Urban Estate and visited a major checkpoint near Dussehra Ground in the Jalandhar Cantonment area. Accompanied by Commissioner of Police Jalandhar Dhanpreet Kaur, he was met with encouraging feedback from residents who expressed appreciation for the heightened police presence. The DGP acknowledged the public’s growing confidence in the police and reiterated that transparency, community engagement, and visible policing were key pillars of public trust.
Continuing the night operation, DGP Yadav visited Amritsar later in the night, joining CP Amritsar Gurpreet Singh Bhullar to evaluate the force’s readiness in a city that will soon welcome thousands of devotees and tourists for Vaisakhi. He praised the frontline officers for their commitment and urged them to maintain a sharp vigil, especially around areas susceptible to criminal or disruptive activity.
Speaking to the media, DGP Yadav emphasized the geo-political sensitivity of Punjab, a border state often targeted by cross-border elements. He drew attention to the persistent threat posed by Pakistan-based intelligence agencies such as ISI, which have attempted to destabilize the state through proxies and narcotic smuggling. However, he highlighted that the state government’s ongoing war on drugs—coined ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’—has significantly curbed drug availability, especially in vulnerable border regions. He affirmed that Punjab Police would continue to push forward with full strength to dismantle drug networks and their operatives.
Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla later shared that the night-long operation saw the deployment of over 1000 police teams involving more than 6500 personnel, backed by 221 gazetted officers. In total, 651 strong checkpoints were set up at crucial locations throughout the state. The results of the operation were impactful—26 FIRs registered, 48 criminals arrested, and numerous suspicious individuals verified and scrutinized. These figures reflect the growing precision and intelligence-led approach that Punjab Police has adopted in its drive to maintain law and order.
The Night Domination operation isn’t just about cracking down on criminals—it is a strategic effort to reclaim public spaces, reassert the authority of the law, and restore faith in policing as a community service. The presence of top brass officers on the ground has added credibility and assurance to this mission, sending a clear message to both criminals and law-abiding citizens: Punjab Police is present, proactive, and committed.
As the state prepares for Vaisakhi and the accompanying surge in public gatherings, markets, and spiritual events, operations like these reaffirm the government’s and police department’s resolve to keep peace intact. Under the watchful eye of DGP Gaurav Yadav and the state’s highest security command, Punjab’s people can step into the festive season with a greater sense of safety, confidence, and trust.
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