Last Updated:December 27, 2025, 09:38 IST Delhi Police recovered a wide range of illegal items during the operation. These included 21 country-made pistols, 20 live cartridges and 27 knives. 150 Arrested, 1,300 Rounded Up in Delhi Police’s Operation Aaghat (Photo: South East Delhi Police) Ahead of New Year celebrations, South-East Delhi Police have arrested more than 150 criminals during a large-scale special drive named Operation Aaghat. The operation was carried out to curb crime and strengthen law and order across the district. According to police, the drive involved extensive checking and questioning at several locations. Over 1,000 people questioned During the operation, police teams questioned over 1,000 individuals. Many were taken in for verification under preventive measures to stop potential criminal activity. The police said the action was aimed at creating a strong deterrent against organised crime, illegal trade and street-level offences. A total of 285 accused were arrested under various laws, including the Arms Act, Excise Act, NDPS Act and Gambling Act. In addition, 504 people were apprehended under preventive action. Police also detained …