Haryana Police cracks down on gang culture, removes 67 songs from digital platforms

To curb the influence of gang culture on youth, Haryana Police Tuesday said that it got 67 songs promoting organised crime removed from major digital platforms, including YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, Gaana, and JioSaavn.

Director General of Police Ajay Singhal said that the campaign aims to not only prevent crime but also to protect youth from being misled by such content. “These songs portray criminals as role models, masking the harsh realities of their lives and the suffering of their families,” he said, urging artistes and creators to “act responsibly”.

A police spokesperson said that the Special Task Force (STF) and Cyber Unit conducted an extensive investigation, uncovering content that glorified gangsters, weapons, and a luxurious lifestyle associated with criminal activity—trends seen as pushing young people toward crime. “Authorities have also warned that individuals who like or share such content on social media will be closely monitored as part of the ongoing crackdown,” the spokesperson added.