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RAWALPINDI, Jul 15 (APP):Rawalpindi police conducted special crackdown against professional beggars to stop increasing trend of begging, here on Tuesday.
During operation, police have arrested 25 beggars from different areas over the past two days.
The detained individuals include both men and women of various ages.
According to police spokesman, many of them were not only begging but were also involved in criminal activities such as theft and drug dealing.
Special police teams have been set up to focus on beggars who cause problems for the public specially those who block roads and block traffic at busy intersections.
The campaign is part of the Punjab Chief Minister’s plan to clean up the roads, bazzars, and shopping malls from professional beggars and improve public safety.
Police spokesman said the crackdown will continue to stop the growing number of professional beggars in the city.