Chandigarh, March 3 -- Haryana Police launched a large-scale special drive 'Operation Aakraman-21' on Tuesday, across the state ahead of Holi, taking stringent action against criminals and anti-social elements. This special operation was conducted under Director General of Police Ajay Singhal, sending a clear message that law and order are paramount in the state and no unlawful activity will be tolerated.

During simultaneous raids carried out by 1460 teams comprising 7471 police personnel across Haryana, 461 cases were registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, NDPS Act, Excise Act and Arms Act, and 1048 accused were arrested.

Director General of Police Ajay Singhal stated that under the leadership of Chief Minis...