Karachi: Sindh’s unwavering crackdown on organized crime is yielding tangible results, as the provincial government’s assertive surrender policy compels even the most notorious dacoits to lay down arms.
In a decisive show of state authority, 38 high-profile criminals in Kashmore and Sukkur have voluntarily surrendered, underscoring the effectiveness of ongoing operations in the lawless katcha regions and signaling a decisive consolidation of the state’s writ.
Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar confirmed that 26 wanted dacoits in Kashmore district surrendered to law enforcement authorities under this policy, following 12 others who had similarly submitted themselves in Sukkur just a day earlier.
These developments highlight the intense pressure criminal elements face amid the government’s mega operations, while the writ of the state continues to strengthen in previously ungoverned territories.
“The joint operations led by the police, Sindh Rangers, and other law enforcement agencies will persist with full vigour until law and order is fully restored and criminal networks are dismantled,” asserted Home Minister Lanjar. “This operation is designed to become faster, more decisive, and increasingly effective over time.”
Issuing a direct warning to criminal elements, he added:
“I urge the dacoits to surrender voluntarily and embrace peace rather than face the full force of our operations. The Sindh Government has opened the path to reform; those who comply will be welcomed. Act now, or regret later.”
Special attention continues to be focused on the tri-junction border and katcha areas, where the elimination of dacoits, their hideouts, and facilitators is inevitable. Lanjar emphasized that the government remains steadfast in its objective to eradicate crime completely and ensure long-lasting peace across the province.
The Home Minister also commended the exemplary professionalism of the DIG, SSP Kashmore, SSP Sukkur, and their teams, while acknowledging the crucial support of the Sindh Rangers and other law enforcement agencies working in unison with the police.
The dacoits surrendering in Kashmore included:
- Abdul Rahim alias Adro Sher
- Taj Muhammad son of Qaiser Sher
- Abdul Majeed son of Ali Hassan Sher
- Allah Din son of Bago Sher
- Jamal Din son of Bajhi Sher
- Muhammad Nawaz alias Shado son of Lalan Sher
- Asif Bhyo son of Shah Nawaz Bhyo
- Ghaus Bakhsh son of Noor Hassan Bhyo
- Yaqoob son of Muhammad Bakhsh,
- Waseem son of Arz Muhammad Bhyo
- Yar Muhammad son of Ali Muhammad Bhyo
- Irshad son of Ali Muhammad Bhyo
- Aashiq alias Mashooq son of Shah Nawaz Bhyo
- Imtiaz Ali son of Dost Ali Bhyo
- Muhammad Ali son of Shah Mir Bhyo
- Zafar Ali son of Allah Dino Bhyo
- Manzoor son of Pyaro Bhyo
- Abdul Salam son of Subedar Bhyo
- Muhammad Qasim son of Shafee Muhammad Sher
- Sanaullah son of Shafee Muhammad Sher
- Abdul Aziz son of Badihel Sher
- Sadiq son of Rehman Sher
- Allah Bakhsh son of Ghulam Nabi Sher
- Abdul Rahim alias Adro son of Taj Muhammad Sher
- Zulfiqar alias Bhutto son of Bashir Ahmed Sabzoi
- Wajid son of Faqeer Muhammad Sabzoi
All of these individuals were involved in heinous criminal activities, including kidnapping for ransom, extortion, murder, attempted murder, and confrontations with law enforcement.
Reiterating the government’s commitment, Home Minister Lanjar concluded:
“The Sindh Government is resolutely determined to safeguard the lives and property of its citizens, eliminate criminal networks, and establish enduring peace. No compromise will be tolerated until this goal is fully achieved.”
