Haryana police mute gangster songs on platforms to shield youth
In a major crackdown against gang culture and the glorification of weapons and violence, Haryana Police has acted against 67 objectionable songs on digital platforms which have either been blocked or removed.
The Special Task Force (STF) and Cyber Unit of Haryana Police carried out this after an extensive investigation found that several songs were influencing youth, glorifying gangsters, and portraying an unrealistic image of luxury associated with criminal life, thereby pushing young people toward crime.
Responding to this alarming trend, Haryana Police acted against 67 objectionable songs available on platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, Gaana, and JioSaavn. As a result, most of the content has either been removed or blocked. Haryana Police has made it clear that this is only the beginning and more stringent actions will follow against such content.
Director General of Police (DGP) Haryana, Ajay Singhal, termed the action a crucial step taken in the interest of society and the younger generation. “The objective of Haryana Police is not merely to stop crime, but also to save young people from stepping into the world of crime,” he said in a statement issued on Tuesday. The DGP emphasised that such songs project criminals as role models and showcase a glamorous lifestyle that is far from reality.
“The truth is that the lives of such criminals are filled with hardships, dangers, and ultimately, legal consequences. Often, their families also suffer because of their criminal activities,” he stated
Singhal reiterated that Haryana Police has adopted a clear and firm policy — no platform will be allowed to host content that promotes crime culture. “The action taken against 67 songs is part of a larger campaign, and further strict action will continue,” he said, appealing to artists and content creators to act responsibly and avoid producing content that misleads the youth.
STF IG Satheesh Balan stated that considering the increasing influence of digital content on the youth, the police have also held discussions with singers, lyricists, and creators, advising them not to glorify violence, gangster elements, or weapons. Such content spreads fear, fuels criminal tendencies, and promotes insecurity in society.
He added that STF and Cyber teams are also closely monitoring people who like or share posts of criminals on social media. Gangsters often use such platforms to lure and recruit youth into their networks, pushing them toward a destructive path.
