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Crime
Gwalior Police Crack Down in ‘Operation Night Strike’ – 68 Wanted Criminals Seized Ahead of Festivals
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 08 Oct 2026, 06:15 PM
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Gwalior Police launched ‘Operation Night Strike’ before the festival season, seizing 68 wanted criminals and issuing 86 arrest warrants.
Gwalior Police announced the launch of ‘Operation Night Strike’ ahead of the upcoming festival season, aiming to curb crime and ensure public safety. The operation, conducted in the early hours of the morning, resulted in the arrest of 68 individuals who were on the police’s wanted list.
In addition to the arrests, authorities issued 86 new arrest warrants for other suspects linked to various criminal activities. The police said the operation was part of a broader strategy to strengthen law and order during the festive period.
The operation was carried out across several key locations in the city, with officers coordinating closely to prevent any potential disturbances. Police officials emphasized that the crackdown would serve as a deterrent to criminal elements in the region.
The Gwalior Police Department has stated that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and take further action as required to maintain peace during the upcoming festivals.
In addition to the arrests, authorities issued 86 new arrest warrants for other suspects linked to various criminal activities. The police said the operation was part of a broader strategy to strengthen law and order during the festive period.
The operation was carried out across several key locations in the city, with officers coordinating closely to prevent any potential disturbances. Police officials emphasized that the crackdown would serve as a deterrent to criminal elements in the region.
The Gwalior Police Department has stated that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and take further action as required to maintain peace during the upcoming festivals.