Published on, Aug. 25 -- August 25, 2025 4:53 PM

LAHORE: The Punjab government has significantly expanded the powers of its Counter Crime Department (CCD) to fight cybercrime, online harassment, drug trafficking, and organized land grabbing.

Under this new mandate, CCD is now authorized to register cases, make arrests, and launch operations against cybercriminals, narcotics dealers, and land mafias operating across the province. The move comes in response to growing public concerns over the rise in digital crimes and organized illegal activities.

CCD will now focus on investigating online harassment cases, especially those targeting women, while also taking on major cybercrimes. Officials said the department will maintain detailed reco...