Yudh Nashya Virudh- Commissionerate Police conduct three-hours CASO in central jail
200 cops search three hours jail barracks, kitchens, toilets, and other areas
City Air News
Jul 11, 2025 02:07
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Ludhiana, July 11, 2025: As part of the on-going Yudh Nashya Virudh campaign, the Commissionerate Police carried out an extensive Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at the Central Jail on Friday. The three-hour operation, conducted under the supervision of Special Director General of Police Gurpreet Kaur Deo, aimed to strengthen security and curb illegal activities within the jail premises.
Approximately 200 police personnel participated in the meticulously planned operation. Organized into six specialized units, each led by an officer of Gazetted rank, the teams conducted thorough searches of jail barracks, kitchens, toilets, factory areas, and other blocks, including women’s barracks. The comprehensive inspection focused on eliminating illegal activities, and ensuring a secure environment within the facility.
Deo, accompanied by Commissioner of Police Swapan Sharma, underscored the operation’s critical role in maintaining jail security. She stated the operation aligns with the Punjab Police’s zero-tolerance policy toward drug-related offenses and their dedication to upholding law and order in correctional facilities. She added that since launched in March 2025, the Yudh Nashya Virudh campaign has made remarkable success in combating drug trafficking and substance abuse across Punjab. Punjab Police have registered 1,000 First Information Reports (FIRs) under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act since the campaign’s inception. She added that targeted enforcement measures have disrupted drug networks, with stringent actions against drug peddlers yielding significant results.
Further beyond enforcement, Deo informed that the Punjab Police have also prioritized rehabilitation of the drug victims to address the root causes of menace. Over 1,000 drug victims have received treatment through Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OOAT) centers.
