In a breakthrough, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab, in a joint operation with Faridkot Police, has arrested two associates of foreign-based gangster Arsh Dala from the Faridkot area.

Both individuals — Vishal Singh and Onkar Singh — have multiple criminal cases registered against them.

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Preliminary investigations reveal that Vishal Singh, recently released on bail, was actively planning to eliminate a rival gang member. He was in constant contact with his foreign-based handlers and was awaiting instructions to execute a high-profile crime in Punjab.

Taking to social media platform X, Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav wrote: “In a major breakthrough, Anti Gangster Task Force (#AGTF), Punjab, in a joint operation with @FaridkotPolice, arrests two associates of foreign-based Gangster Arsh Dala: Vishal Singh & Onkar Singh from the Faridkot area. Both have multiple cases registered against them.”

“Preliminary investigation reveals that Vishal Singh, who was recently released on bail, is actively planning to eliminate a rival gang member. He is in constant contact with his foreign-based handlers and is awaiting instructions to execute a sensational crime in Punjab. Recovery: Two pistols (.30 bore) along with 6 live cartridges,” he wrote.

“Their arrest marks another significant step in the ongoing crackdown on terrorist-gangster networks with international linkages. Further investigation is underway to identify other associates and establish backward and forward linkages. @PunjabPoliceInd remains committed to neutralizing organized crime and safeguarding public peace,” he further stated in the social media post.