New figures from the Police department in Punjab reveal a significant decline in police martyrdoms, accompanied by a rise in criminal deaths during encounters this year.
According to official data, the number of police officers killed in encounters dropped by 110%, while criminals killed in these operations increased by 110% compared to last year.
Encounters in 2025
So far in 2025, Punjab has recorded 2,564 encounters. During these operations:
- 1,270 criminals were killed
- 16 criminals were injured
- 1,551 criminals were arrested
- 19 police personnel were martyred
- 165 police officers were injured
Comparison With Last Year
In 2024, there were 1,186 encounters across the province:
- 544 criminals were killed
- 781 criminals were injured
- 853 criminals were arrested
- 42 police personnel were martyred
- 170 police officers were injured
Three-Year Overview
Over the past three years, the Punjab Police recorded 4,593 encounters. In total:
- 2,280 criminals killed
- 2,957 criminals injured
- 3,194 criminals arrested
- 78 police personnel martyred
- 485 police officers injured
Crime Situation
Authorities say the statistics reflect improved operational effectiveness. Fewer police officers are dying while actions against criminals have intensified.
The elimination of hardened criminals in encounters has contributed to reducing serious crimes across the province. Police officials also highlighted that intelligence-led operations and better tactical planning have been key factors in improving officer safety and curbing criminal activity.
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