Police launch ‘Operation Trackdown’; 32 held, 4 history sheets opened on Day 1

The Haryana Police arrested 32 notorious criminals on the first day of ‘Operation Trackdown’, a state-wide campaign launched to identify and neutralise repeat offenders and organised crime networks. In addition, history sheets of four accused were opened to update their records — a move aimed at enabling swift future action such as bail cancellation and preventive custody.

DGP OP Singh said the achievement was more than a statistical success. “This is not just about numbers — it reflects the readiness and commitment of Haryana Police to combat crime effectively and decisively at the grassroots level,” he said.

Under the operation, every police station has been tasked with identifying the ‘top 5 most notorious’ criminals in its jurisdiction and ensuring their arrest, surrender or cancellation of bail. At the district and zone levels, Superintendents, Deputy Commissioners and Commissioners of Police will prepare lists of the ‘top 10 most notorious’ offenders and are being held fully accountable for progress.

At the state level, the Special Task Force (STF) is compiling a list of the ‘top 20 most notorious’ criminals to take the “toughest possible action” against them. Notably, if any of these listed offenders commits a new crime, the SHO or DSP concerned will be held personally responsible — highlighting the focus on crime prevention as much as enforcement.

To ensure no criminal escapes jurisdictional limits, Haryana Police has expanded cooperation with Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Chandigarh Police. Joint raids, border checkpoints, and warrant executions are being carried out in border districts to prevent absconding offenders from crossing state lines.

The force has also invited public participation in the operation. Citizens can directly share information with the Bureau through newly opened communication channels. A police spokesperson said, “The public release of IG Crime Rakesh Arya’s personal number is a strong symbol of police transparency and public trust. It sends a clear message that the fight against crime is a shared responsibility between the police and the people.”