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18 July 2026

Gurugram police encounter

While the specific encounter is a local law and order event, it serves as a useful case study for broader syllabus themes regarding organized crime, the use of technology in criminal networks, and the exploitation of juvenile justice laws.

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Notes

  • Gurugram encounter: 60 rounds fired in 120 seconds between police and alleged gang members in Sushant Lok Phase-I.
  • Casualties: Four alleged shooters killed, three police personnel injured, one suspect critically injured.
  • Modus Operandi: Gangsters operating from abroad (e.g., Dubai, UK) recruit unemployed youth via social media for extortion and targeted attacks.
  • Targeting Minors: Criminal gangs prefer recruiting juveniles due to perceived leniency in the juvenile justice system.
  • Extortion Tactics: Use of VPNs and 'dabba calling' to conceal locations; extortion calls targeted at businessmen and professionals.
  • Legal Framework: Cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, and various sections related to extortion and attempted murder.
  • Concerns: Allegations of 'stage-managed' encounters, questions regarding police procedure, and the socio-economic vulnerability of youth recruited into criminal networks.

Questions

  1. The rise of transnational organized crime syndicates recruiting local youth for extortion poses a significant challenge to internal security. Discuss the socio-economic drivers behind this trend and the measures required to strengthen community-level intelligence and policing. 150 words
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  2. The increasing involvement of juveniles in serious criminal activities, often orchestrated by organized gangs, necessitates a critical review of the juvenile justice framework and preventive policing strategies. Analyze the challenges in balancing the rehabilitative focus of the Juvenile Justice Act with the need for public safety and deterrence against organized crime. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following methods is commonly cited by law enforcement agencies to conceal the origin of extortion calls made by criminal gangs?