KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
25-Dec-2025
Police on December 25 arrested a woman, identified as Inder Kaur alias Bhundi and seized 75 grams of heroin from her near the Lakhan Kalan–Hamira road in Kapurthala district.
25-Dec-2025
Police on December 25 arrested a man, identified as Rajpal Singh and seized 3 kg of poppy husk from him in Latianwal village of Kapurthala district.
25-Dec-2025
Police on December 25 arrested a man, identified as Rakesh and seized 15 grams of heroin from him in Phagwara, Kapurthala district.
25-Dec-2025
Police and the Border Security Force (BSF), during a joint search operation on December 25, recovered 737 grams of ICE from fields in Dall village, Khalra, in Tarn Taran district.
25-Dec-2025
Barnala police on December 25 arrested five persons and seized a .315-bore country-made revolver with one cartridge, a .32-bore pistol with two live cartridges, and a sharp-edged weapon after a brief exchange of fire at the cotton market in Barnala district.
25-Dec-2025
On December 25, a police team was attacked during a raid linked to a drug case on Raoke Road near Badhni Kalan in Moga district. An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was injured, two constables had their uniforms torn, and one accused escaped from custody amid the chaos.
25-Dec-2025
Ahead of the New Year, police deployed additional forces in the Pathankot border areas along Pakistan and intensified mock drills with the Army, Air Force, and Border Security Force (BSF). Citing the area’s sensitivity and the festive season, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Daljinder Singh Dhillon said on December 25 that additional state armed police and commandos had been deployed.
25-Dec-2025
On December 25, Punjab Police, on day 299 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 87 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 115 drug smugglers and seized 268 grams of heroin, 1860 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 6700 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
25-Dec-2025
Police on December 25 arrested Manpreet Singh alias Manna, an alleged hitman of the Lucky Patial gang, and seized a .32-bore pistol, two live cartridges and a stolen motorcycle, after a brief encounter in which he was injured on Dakala Road in Patiala district. Police said he is the main accused in two shooting incidents in Rajpura and Patran in November and was already facing cases of drug peddling and Arms Act violations. He had reportedly been in contact with gangster Lucky Patial for nearly a year through a local operative, Piyush.
24-Dec-2025
Police on December 24 arrested two suspected gang members and recovered illegal weapons after a brief encounter, in which both were injured, in Jalandhar district.
24-Dec-2025
Moga police registered a case against Pritpal Singh for uploading photographs posing with weapons on social media in Chuharchak village of Moga district. Police said he shared multiple images on his Facebook profile, Pritpal Singh Khalsa, showing him with firearms. The action follows Punjab government directives to curb the glorification of weapons and maintain public order.
24-Dec-2025
According to reports, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is set to take over the case related to the grenade attack on YouTuber Navdeep Singh alias Roger Sandhu in March 2025. The case files, currently before a local court, will be transferred to the NIA’s special court in Mohali. Police records list 18 accused, of whom 10 have been arrested, while one has died. The main accused are Pakistan-based don Shahzad Bhatti and Zeeshan Akhtar of Shankar village in Nakodar in Jalandhar district. Akhtar and six other wanted accused are reportedly outside the country.
24-Dec-2025
A Shahkot-based youth, Sharandeep Singh, missing for nearly two months, has reportedly crossed the India–Pakistan border and been apprehended in Kasur sector in Punjab, Pakistan. Pakistan released a photograph on December 24 showing him with Pakistan Rangers, though the circumstances under which he crossed the border remain unclear.
24-Dec-2025
On December 24, Punjab Police, on day 298 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 85 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 122 drug smugglers and seized 3.7 kg of heroin, 1 kg of opium, 467 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 31,670 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
24-Dec-2025
Police on December 24 arrested two alleged drug smugglers, Gagandeep Singh alias Gagan and Chanan Singh, and seized 1 kg of heroin, a .32-bore Italy-made pistol, six live cartridges, a car, and two mobile phones from them near Mehal Dholewala village in Moga district.
23-Dec-2025
Police on December 23 arrested two persons, identified as Surinder Singh and Vipul Yadav alias Sonu and seized 504 grams of heroin from them in Sheron village of Sangrur district.
23-Dec-2025
Police on December 23 arrested two smugglers, Rahul and Yuvrajbir Singh, and seized 50 grams of heroin, a foreign-made Glock pistol with magazine, two cartridges, INR 4,500 in drug money, and two mobile phones from them in Mari Megha village of Tarn Taran district.
23-Dec-2025
On December 23, Punjab Police, on day 297 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 74 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 97 drug smugglers and seized 12.8 kg of heroin, 3667 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 30,080 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
23-Dec-2025
Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, in a year-end briefing on December 23, said the Internal Security Wing busted 19 terror modules in 2025, solved 12 major terror cases, and arrested 131 persons. Seizures included nine rifles, 188 pistols/revolvers, 12 improvised explosive devices (IEDs), 11.62 kg of RDX, 54 hand grenades, 32 detonators, four rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), a rocket launcher sleeve, timer switches, walkie-talkies, and remote-controlled devices. He said the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and field units dismantled 416 gangster modules, arrested 992 criminals, and seized 620 weapons and 252 vehicles. With CBI coordination, 11 Red Notices and two Blue Notices were secured, leading to the deportation or arrest of gangsters like Anmol Bishnoi, Parminder Singh alias Pindi, Sukhdev Kumar alias Manish Bedi, and Sajan Masih alias Goru.
23-Dec-2025
Under Yudh Nashiyan Virudh, Punjab police registered 29,784 FIRs, arrested 39,867 accused, and seized a record 2,021 kg of heroin in 2025, along with 26 kg of ICE, 698 kg of opium, 35,000 kg of poppy husk, 55.78 lakh intoxicant pills/capsules, and INR 16.81 crore in drug money. Punjab achieved an 88% conviction rate, accounting for nearly two-thirds of India’s heroin seizures, 25% of NDPS arrests, and 20% of NDPS cases. Preventive measures included admitting 23,940 people to de-addiction centres and referring 59,840 to OOAT clinics.
23-Dec-2025
Former Moga Congress district president Kamaljit Singh Brar on December 23 received death threats via WhatsApp voice and video calls from a number traced to Pakistan. Brar identified the caller as gangster Shahzad Bhatti, who allegedly warned him to stay away from politics or face “severe consequences.”
22-Dec-2025
Police on December 22 arrested an Uttar Pradesh native, identified as Shobhi, and recovered 52 grams of heroin from him in Mohali, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district.
22-Dec-2025
Ludhiana (Rural) Police on December 22 arrested three drug smugglers, identified as Amandeep Singh alias Romi, Pawan Kumar, and Bachitter Singh and seized 3 kg of heroin from them at a naka on the outskirts of Gurusar Kaunkey village in Ludhiana district.
22-Dec-2025
On December 22, Punjab Police, on day 296 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 75 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 100 drug smugglers and seized 331 grams of heroin, 854 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 10,080 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
22-Dec-2025
Punjab Police’s Anti-Narcotics Task Force (Border Range), in coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF), on December 22 recovered 12.05 kg of heroin from near Dalleke village in Amritsar district.
22-Dec-2025
A Bathinda district court on December 22 issued a 30-day notice to Sikh hardliner Amritpal Singh Mehron, believed to be hiding in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and his associate Ranjit Singh, directing them to surrender in connection with the murder of social media influencer Kanchan Kumari alias Kamal Kaur Bhabhi. Police said proclamation notices were pasted at their residences and lookout circulars issued against both. Kanchan’s decomposed body was found in a car near Adesh Medical University, Bathinda, on June 11. On June 13, Amritpal, a Nihang, allegedly released a video claiming responsibility for the murder. Two alleged accomplices, Jaspreet Singh and Nimaratjeet Singh, both Nihangs, were later arrested and sent to judicial custody. Police said the killing was allegedly carried out in the name of “moral policing.”
21-Dec-2025
Following the brief disruption of a Sikh nagar kirtan by a group of local protesters in South Auckland, New Zealand, on December 20, Akal Takht acting Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj and Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Harjinder Singh Dhami urged the Indian and New Zealand governments to ensure a safe environment for Sikhs to observe religious traditions, stressing dialogue, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
21-Dec-2025
Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Bhagwant Mann urged the Union government to raise the issue of the disruption of a peaceful nagar kirtan in South Auckland with the New Zealand government, stating that everyone has the right to practise and propagate their religion.
21-Dec-2025
According to security agencies, dense fog across Punjab’s plains, reducing visibility to near zero for long hours along the 553- kilometres Indo-Pak international border, is routinely exploited by Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-backed Pakistan-based smugglers to push narcotics, arms, and ammunition into India. Officials said the fog, often lasting from late evening to afternoon, hampers surveillance and provides ideal cover for infiltration and drone-based smuggling.
21-Dec-2025
On December 21, Punjab Police, on day 295 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 122 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 151 drug smugglers and seized 3.1 kg of heroin, 2454 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 18,560 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
21-Dec-2025
The Border Security Force (BSF) on December 21 seized 1.89 kg of heroin, packed in two packets, from near the Uttar Dhariwal village outpost in Amritsar district.
21-Dec-2025
The Border Security Force (BSF) on December 21 recovered 554 grams of heroin along with a drone from the Kahangarh border outpost area in Amritsar district.
21-Dec-2025
Amritsar police on December 21 arrested a man, identified as Gurshan Singh and seized 400 grams of heroin and INR 27,000 in drug money from him in Daniyal village of Amritsar district. His accomplice Ravinder Singh managed to escape.
21-Dec-2025
Police on December 21 arrested two youths, identified as Amritpal Singh alias Pala and Yodveer Singh, and seized 10 grams of heroin from them in Jagpalpur village, Phagwara, in Kapurthala district.
21-Dec-2025
Police on December 21 arrested a person, identified as Sukha Singh alias Chappu and seized 6 grams of heroin from him in Boot village of Kapurthala district.
21-Dec-2025
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Kutch East police on December 21 arrested alleged sharpshooter Vikas alias Golu Sheoran, linked to the Rohit Godara–Naveen Boxer gang, from Rapar town in Kutch district of Gujarat. A native of Kakroli in Haryana, Sheoran is an active gang member and is accused of involvement in the fatal shooting of Lavjeet inside the Bhiwani court premises in Haryana on September 4.
20-Dec-2025
Sangrur Police on December 20 said seven cases were registered under the NDPS and Excise Acts, with eight accused arrested and 12 grams of heroin and 24 liquor bottles recovered during a special two-day operation in Sangrur district.
20-Dec-2025
Amritsar police on December 20 arrested the prime accused in the Kot Khalsa double firing incident that left three people injured, identified as Chandan Sharma and seized a Turkish-made Zigana 9mm pistol after a brief encounter in Amritsar district. The incident, which occurred about a week ago, had triggered panic in the area.
20-Dec-2025
On December 20, Punjab Police, on day 294 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 132 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 153 drug smugglers and seized 1.5 kg of heroin, 1 kg of opium, 500 grams of Ganja, 5 kg of poppy husk, 1310 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 32000 drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
20-Dec-2025
Gharinda police on December 20 recovered 8 kg of heroin, packing material, and a broken drone from fields in the border village of Modhe near Attari in Amritsar district. Preliminary investigations suggest the consignment was sent by Pakistani smugglers for delivery to unidentified Indian counterparts.
20-Dec-2025
Punjab Police on December 20 arrested army deserter linked to a narco-terror module, identified as Rajbir Singh alias Fauji and seized 500 grams of heroin and a hand grenade from him, while he was attempting to flee to Nepal via Raxaul near the Indo-Nepal border in Bihar. His arrest followed the earlier apprehension of his associate Chirag of Fazilka district of Punjab, from whom 407 grams of heroin and a 9mm pistol were recovered. Preliminary investigations revealed that Fauji, who joined the Army in 2011, deserted in February 2025 after being booked under the Official Secrets Act in an espionage case. Both accused were involved in the conspiracy behind the grenade attack on a women’s police station in Sirsa, Haryana, having supplied grenades and funds to Gurjant Singh, who has since been arrested by Haryana Police. Fauji also disclosed that Pakistan-based handlers were facilitating his escape to Europe via Nepal. After securing transit remand, he was brought to Punjab.
19-Dec-2025
The Haryana Police Special Task Force on December 19 arrested four wanted criminals linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, identified as Gagan, Naresh Kumar, Jayant Kumar, and Sahil and seized three country-made pistols and seven cartridges from Umri village in Kurukshetra district of Haryana. The STF said the accused were planning an extortion-related shooting at a toll plaza on the Rewari–Narnaul highway on the directions of gangsters Nitin Fauji and Rambir Jat, and another major crime in Ranchi at the behest of Mayank alias Sunil Meena. Gagan and Jayant were out on bail and allegedly continued criminal activities to strengthen the Bishnoi gang.
19-Dec-2025
On December 19, Punjab Police, on day 293 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign, registered 52 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 61 drug smugglers and seized 528 grams of heroin, 2.4 kg of opium, 214 intoxicant tablets/capsules and INR 3.02 lakhs drug money from the possession of arrested persons, across the state.
19-Dec-2025
The Punjab and Haryana High Court (HC) on December 19 rejected multiple bail pleas filed by accused in the February 23, 2023 Ajnala police station attack case, observing that the incident “shook the conscience of the entire nation” and constituted a direct challenge to the sovereignty and integrity of the state. The HC dismissed at least five bail petitions, citing the gravity of the offence and its wider implications for public order and national security.
19-Dec-2025
Balwant Singh Rajoana, lodged in Patiala jail for the assassination of former Chief Minister Beant Singh, on December 19 urged Akal Takht officiating Jathedar Kuldip Singh Gargaj to issue an edict asking Sikhs not to participate in Vir Bal Diwas (Brave Child Day). In a letter, he claimed the voice of the Panth was not reaching Parliament or the government and sought MPs’ support to rename the Sahibzadas’ martyrdom day, arguing that the current name undermines its dignity and historical significance.
18-Dec-2025
A drug peddler, identified as Harpreet Singh, escaped from custody at the Badhni Kalan police station in Moga district on December 18. He had been arrested on December 17 along with a cache of intoxicants and managed to flee after breaching the ceiling of the lock-up.
18-Dec-2025
Amritsar Commissionerate Police on December 18 arrested three alleged smugglers linked to an international drug cartel, identified as Gurwinder Singh alias Gopi, Tilak alias Shibu, and Daljit Singh alias Lala and seized 4.5 kg of heroin and a .30 bore pistol from their possession in Amritsar district. Preliminary investigations revealed that the accused were in contact with a foreign-based handler through social media platforms and were transporting and supplying heroin and illegal arms on his directions.
18-Dec-2025
The Enforcement Directorate (ED), in a chargesheet filed against Dubai-based international drug smuggler Jasmeet Singh Hakimzada, has unearthed an alleged narco-terror network involved in trafficking heroin and diverting its proceeds to finance the banned Khalistani terrorist organisation, the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). The ED case is based on a First Information Report (FIR) registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in January 2020, which stemmed from a Punjab Police case involving the seizure of 500 kg of heroin. According to the chargesheet, the profits from the heroin trade were meant to “serve the cause of KLF by raising funds for terrorist activities,” and the accused had “hatched a criminal conspiracy to run a narco-terror module to finance the terrorist activities of KLF.” The chargesheet names Jasmeet Singh Hakimzada as an international drug smuggler and money launderer; Harmeet Singh alias PhD, identified as the chief of the KLF; Jajbir Singh Samra alias Jaji, described as the on-ground handler for narcotics and cash in India; and several hawala operators, including Nirmal Singh alias Neeldhari, Satpal Singh, Hiralal, and Harjit Singh alias Bagga, who allegedly facilitated the transfer of drug proceeds overseas.
18-Dec-2025
The Punjab and Haryana High Court on December 18 observed that the plea filed by pro-Khalistan Sikh radical leader and Khadoor Sahib Member of Parliament (MP) Amritpal Singh seeking parole to attend the ongoing winter session of Parliament had become “virtually infructuous,” as December 19 is the last day of the session and arguments on behalf of the respondents could not be concluded due to a lawyers’ strike. The Bench added that the petitioner was at liberty to approach the court again if a fresh cause of action arose.
18-Dec-2025
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on December 18 conducted searches at 13 business and residential premises across Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi in connection with the ‘Dunki route’ case. Officials said the raids were carried out in close coordination with local police and targeted second- and third-tier operatives linked to the syndicate’s network.