Hyderabad police conduct massive cordon-and-search operations in Charminar, Shamshabad zones

Hyderabad City Police carried out large-scale combing and cordon-and-search operations in Charminar and Shamshabad zones, deploying over 600 personnel.

Hyderabad: The City Police conducted large-scale combing and cordon-and-search operations in the Charminar zone and Shamshabad zone on Saturday, deploying over 600 personnel to curb rowdyism and anti-social activities.

In the Charminar Zone, 30 teams comprising about 300 personnel verified 90 rowdy sheeters and carried out extensive house searches, focusing on illegal weapons and banned substances.

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Police said strict legal action, including heavy fines and binding-over proceedings, will continue under a zero tolerance policy.

Meanwhile, in the Shamshabad Zone, a massive cordon-and-search operation was conducted in the Balapur area where nearly 800 houses were checked.

Police have seized 27 two-wheelers, two autos, nine illegal gas cylinders and identified 17 rowdy sheeters and seven suspects. Officials said such operations will be intensified to maintain law and order.