Overview
- Home Minister Ziaul Hasan Lanjar said the crackdown is in effect from today following a high-level meeting in Sukkur.
- Sindh Police will lead with Sindh Rangers participating, and Punjab Police assistance is being sought while army involvement is not expected.
- Authorities warned absconders of ruthless action but kept open the option to surrender under the October 2025 policy, which offers no immunity though courts may consider mitigation.
- Lanjar instructed IGP Jawed Akhtar Odho to coordinate with Punjab’s police leadership, including the Bahawalpur RPO, for efforts in border-spanning zones such as Machka.
- Officials rejected reports that dacoits are using drones, and recent context includes 72 surrenders in October 2025 with combined bounties exceeding Rs60 million.