As many as 22 history-sheeters were arrested during a storming operation conducted by Madurai district police on Thursday.A few lethal weapons were also recovered from them.A statement said Madurai Superintendent of Police N. Devanathan ordered the storming operation with an objective to ensure safety of the members of public and to uphold law and order.Deputy Superintendent of Police of all sub-divisions, Inspectors of Police, and Sub-Inspectors checked over 100 history-sheeters.Among the 22 who were involved in various criminal cases and who were in possession of lethal weapons were arrested.Similar stringent action would be taken against those who would indulge in anti-social activities and disrupt public tranquillity, the statement said. Published - July 03, 2026 06:33 pm IST