Police made the detentions in drives at different bridges, markets, parks and bus stands on Monday from 8pm to 11pm, said Hayatul Islam Khan, Pirojpur superintendent of police.
“The youths are getting involved in several crimes related to drugs and harassing people,” he said.
“The drive will continue to root out all the gangs from Pirojpur.”
The SP warned parents to be careful of their children's activities.