Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Naveen Singla supervised a large-scale night domination exercise across the Jalandhar Range, including Phagwara, after midnight on July 10, 2026. The operation deployed 785 police personnel, including 3 SSPs, 29 gazetted officers, 46 Inspectors/Station House Officers (SHOs), and 516 executive police officers, to bolster public safety and maintain heightened vigilance.
Checkpoints and Patrolling
Police teams established 80 checkpoints (nakas) and deployed 46 patrolling units across the range to monitor movement, deter criminal activity, and enhance night-time security. The exercise aimed to review the prevailing security situation and ensure a visible police presence in vulnerable locations.
Verification and Enforcement
During the operation, police checked 742 suspected persons and rounded up 32 individuals for verification following legal procedures. A total of 1,119 vehicles were inspected, with four impounded for violations. Traffic enforcement teams issued 113 challans, and officers inspected 118 buildings as part of the comprehensive review. Additionally, nine preventive actions were taken to maintain law and order.
Focused Operations in Phagwara
SP Madhvi Sharma reported that the Phagwara operation resulted in 20 traffic challans, the impounding of five vehicles, and preventive action against five suspected persons. Strict action was taken against violations such as black window films, triple riding, and vehicles without registration number plates. The drive included nakabandi operations across the city, a special checking drive at Law Gate, and shifting checkpoints at strategic locations to keep suspicious activities under surveillance.
Coordination and Impact
PCR teams were briefed to ensure a prompt and coordinated response for night-time security. Targeted checking was also carried out in identified drug hotspot areas. DIG Singla stated that the exercise successfully enhanced vigilance across the region and reinforced public confidence in the police force. He emphasized that such coordinated security operations are essential for deterring criminal activities, ensuring compliance with traffic regulations, and maintaining a safe environment for residents during night hours.
