Delhi Police's Operation Kavach 13.0 Leads to 222 Arrests and 1,579 Detentions
Operation Kavach 13.0 nets 222 arrests, 1,579 detentions in west district
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The Delhi Police conducted Operation Kavach 13.0, a 48-hour enforcement drive from March 29 to March 31, resulting in 222 arrests and 1,579 detentions across crime-prone areas. The operation targeted narcotics, illegal liquor, and gambling, significantly disrupting local crime networks.
- 01Operation Kavach 13.0 lasted 48 hours from March 29 to March 31.
- 02The operation resulted in 222 arrests and 1,579 detentions.
- 03Police seized 8.894 kg of contraband and 2,198 quarters of illicit liquor.
- 04Nineteen gambling-related cases were registered, with cash recovery of ₹26,470 (approximately $320 USD).
- 05The operation aimed to disrupt various illegal activities, enhancing public safety in the West District.
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In a significant crackdown on crime, the Delhi Police executed Operation Kavach 13.0 over a 48-hour period from March 29 to March 31. This operation led to 222 arrests and 1,579 detentions across various crime-prone areas in the West District of Delhi. The enforcement drive included 93 intelligence-based raids in locations such as JJ clusters and liquor routes. During the operation, police registered nine cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, seizing 8.894 kg of illegal drugs including ganja, heroin, and smack. Additionally, 24 cases were filed under the Delhi Excise Act, resulting in the recovery of 2,198 quarters of illicit liquor. The police also took action under the Arms Act, leading to 18 cases and the confiscation of knives and vehicles. Furthermore, 19 gambling cases were registered, with cash recovered amounting to ₹26,470 (approximately $320 USD). The operation was designed to enhance police visibility and deter habitual offenders, thereby significantly disrupting local crime networks.
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This operation enhances public safety by reducing crime rates and disrupting illegal networks in the West District of Delhi.
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