Bishnoi Gang’s Deadly Return: Two Operatives Nabbed Near Patiala

Punjab Police swiftly apprehended two operatives of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang on the Patiala-Ambala highway on Thursday, August 14, 2025. The duo were found in possession of a pistol and live cartridges.

Preliminary investigations suggest the suspects, known for their extensive criminal history across several states, had recently returned from Nepal.

Police believe the pair were en route to carry out a significant crime in Punjab, possibly a high-profile assassination, on the instructions of their foreign-based handlers.

Their arrest is directly linked to a recent murder case, details of which are currently under investigation. The police are questioning the suspects to uncover the full extent of their planned operation and their network.

This arrest highlights the persistent threat posed by transnational criminal syndicates and underscores the need for heightened vigilance along India’s borders and within the country’s internal security apparatus. The potential for large-scale violence necessitates a robust response to dismantle these dangerous networks.