In a swift and coordinated operation, Jharkhand Police arrested 88 wanted criminals, including 15 high-profile notorious figures, during a special 24-hour drive across the Palamu division. The initiative, led by Inspector General of Police (Palamu range) Sunil Bhaskar, targeted districts such as Palamu, Garhwa, and Latehar, resulting in the execution of 170 court-issued warrants. Additionally, authorities attached properties belonging to six absconding criminals and conducted physical verifications on 15 members of organized gangs, sending a strong message about intensified surveillance.

IGP Bhaskar emphasized that the drive underscores the police force's commitment to curbing crime in the region, warning that all criminals remain under constant watch, making evasion increasingly difficult. This operation builds on ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks in Jharkhand, where Palamu division has historically grappled with issues like Naxal insurgency, land disputes, and organized crime syndicates. Recent data indicates a rise in warrant executions statewide, with over 1,000 arrests in similar drives during the first half of 2025, aimed at restoring law and order in vulnerable rural pockets.

The arrests included individuals linked to serious offenses such as extortion, murder, and arms trafficking, many of whom had evaded capture for years. Palamu, known for its dense forests and remote terrains, has been a hotspot for such activities, prompting the state government to bolster police resources with advanced tracking technologies and inter-district coordination. This latest sweep aligns with broader anti-crime campaigns under the Jharkhand Police's 'Operation Clean', which has seen a 15 percent drop in reported violent crimes in the division over the past year, according to official records.

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Community leaders in the affected districts have welcomed the action, noting its potential to enhance public safety and encourage witness cooperation in pending cases. The property attachments, valued at several crores, are expected to disrupt the financial backbone of these networks, further deterring organized crime. Looking forward, police plan to expand such drives to neighboring divisions, integrating community policing to prevent recidivism and foster long-term peace.

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