Dehradun, April 1 -- In view of recent criminal incidents in Dehradun, including killing of a 74-year-old retired brigadier a day ago, the Uttarakhand police on Tuesday said they will launch a special crackdown - "Operation Prahar" - to strengthen law and order in the state capital. This even as chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday directed officials to take strict action against criminal elements across the state. "Law and order in Uttarakhand will not be compromised under any circumstances," the CM said and asked police to launch a comprehensive checking drive with immediate effect. He directed DGP Deepam Seth to run a special campaign against individuals with criminal tendencies. "The safety and security of the public is the state government's top priority and every necessary step will be taken to ensure it," Dhami added, warning that officials found negligent "will face strict action". Meanwhile, chief secretary Anand Bardhan held a meeting with senior officials to review the law and order situation. SSP Pramendra Dobhal said the case stemmed from a fight at the club, ruling out initial speculation of road rage. "The occupants of the Scorpio waited outside the club till early morning and then chased the Fortuner. During the firing, the brigadier, who was out on morning walk, was hit by a bullet in the chest," he said. "Four accused have been arrested, while seven teams have been formed to nab four absconding accused," SP (city) Pramod Kumar said. The in-charge of Kuthal Gate outpost sub-inspector Ashok Kumar and deputy excise inspector Soban Singh have been suspended, police said....