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Crime
Two Alleged Irani Gang Members Arrested in Guwahati, Assam
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 01:46 AM
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Police in Guwahati detained two suspects linked to the inter‑state Irani criminal network, marking a significant crackdown in Assam.
Guwahati police announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of belonging to the inter‑state Irani gang. The arrests were made during a coordinated operation in the city’s central area, and the suspects are currently in police custody for further questioning.
The Irani gang is known for operating across several Indian states, engaging in activities such as extortion, illegal gambling, and organized violence. Law‑enforcement agencies have been tracking its members for months, linking the network to a series of crimes in the northeast region.
Authorities said the detention is part of a broader effort to dismantle the gang’s presence in Assam. Investigations remain ongoing, and officials have not disclosed additional details about the suspects' identities or the exact charges pending against them.
The Irani gang is known for operating across several Indian states, engaging in activities such as extortion, illegal gambling, and organized violence. Law‑enforcement agencies have been tracking its members for months, linking the network to a series of crimes in the northeast region.
Authorities said the detention is part of a broader effort to dismantle the gang’s presence in Assam. Investigations remain ongoing, and officials have not disclosed additional details about the suspects' identities or the exact charges pending against them.