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Punjab Police Cracks Down on Cybercrime with 729 Arrests in 2026
Published : Jul 4, 2026, 7:27 pm IST
Updated : Jul 18, 2026, 9:47 pm IST
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DGP Gaurav Yadav highlighted that the state cyber cell has achieved notable progress over the past four years. File Photo.
DGP Gaurav Yadav highlighted that the state cyber cell has achieved notable progress over the past four years. File Photo.

From May 1, 2025, to June 24, 2026, the department registered 956 FIRs across 29 specialized cybercrime stations.

Punjab Police has intensified its crackdown on digital fraud, leveraging an expanded cyber security network to arrest over 700 offenders within the last year. These operations mark a significant shift in the state's approach, focusing heavily on both active enforcement and the proactive prevention of complex financial crimes.


DGP Gaurav Yadav highlighted that the state cyber cell has achieved notable progress over the past four years. Beyond strict rule enforcement, the force has launched 657 public awareness programs. These initiatives prioritize education and encourage citizens to utilize the national cybercrime helpline, 1930, for immediate reporting of suspicious transactions.

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The operational success is distributed across the state's law enforcement hierarchy. Cybercrime stations operating under local Police Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police have been instrumental, successfully securing 673 arrests in various fraud cases across the state, ensuring that the local investigative reach remains robust.


From May 1, 2025, to June 24, 2026, the department registered 956 FIRs across 29 specialized cybercrime stations. This comprehensive effort resulted in 729 total arrests, effectively helping residents protect their hard-earned savings from sophisticated digital scams.


Under the leadership of Special DGP V. Neerja, the high-profile cybercrime cell focused on complex, technology-driven cases. They registered 57 high-stakes FIRs and secured 56 arrests. This coordinated effort across all units continues to be vital in combating Punjab’s rapidly evolving cyber threats and maintaining public digital safety.

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