Bengaluru: In a major overnight operation to crack down on rowdy elements, the Whitefield Sub-Division Police conducted surprise inspections across multiple police station limits, verifying the residences of more than 100 habitual offenders and warning them against engaging in criminal activities.
The operation, carried out between 11 pm on Friday and 4 am on Saturday, was led by Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Reena Suvarna. Police teams visited the homes of 80 rowdy sheeters, 25 persons listed under the Modus Operandi Bureau (MOB) and 29 other habitual offenders, issuing stern warnings to stay away from illegal activities.
Sharing details of the drive on social media platform X, ACP Reena Suvarna said those with criminal backgrounds had been cautioned against violating the law and warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone found involved in criminal activities.
On July 17, 2026, between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM, the officers and staff of the Whitefield subdivision conducted a special Drive. During this drive inspected 80 rowdies, 25 MOB and 29 troublemomgers, and warned them not to involve themselves in any illegal activities. pic.twitter.com/MvZu6IhXXJ
— Reena Suvarna N, ACP Whitefield (@acpwhitefield) July 18, 2026
Whitefield Division raids over 150 houses:
In a parallel operation across the Whitefield Division, police conducted simultaneous raids at more than 150 houses belonging to active and former rowdy sheeters under the guidance of DCP Saidullah Adawat.
The division-wide drive covered the jurisdictions of Whitefield, Varthur, Mahadevapura, K.R. Puram and Avalahalli police stations. More than 140 police personnel, organised into 28 teams, participated in the operation, during which 13 vehicles lacking valid documents were seized.
DCP Saidullah Adawat said the special operation was aimed at curbing rowdyism and preventing criminal activities in the city. He added that the Whitefield Division would continue such enforcement drives to maintain law and order and ensure public safety.
🚨 *Whitefield Division Night Enforcement Drive* 🚨
As part of its continued commitment to public safety and crime prevention, Whitefield Division conducted a special night enforcement drive against active rowdy sheeters from 12:00 AM to 3:00 AM.
👮♂️ 28 police teams, comprising… pic.twitter.com/jwf5xDwywd
— DCP Whitefield Bengaluru (@dcpwhitefield) July 18, 2026