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Anantnag Police Attach Property Worth ₹1 Crore of Peer Iftikar Hussain Notorious Drug Peddler Under NDPS Act

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Peer Iftikar Hussain

In a major action against drug trafficking, Police in Anantnag have attached property of a notorious drug peddler under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, further intensifying its crackdown on the drug menace in the district.

A double-storeyed residential house built over 5 marlas of land and owned by Peer Iftikar Hussain, resident of Hutmurah, Mattan, has been attached under Section 68-F(1) of the NDPS Act. The action, taken by Police Station Mattan in connection with FIR No. 103/2024, involves property valued at approximately ₹1 crore.

This step is part of the continued efforts of J&K Police to root out the drug trade and dismantle networks enabling such illegal activities.

J&K Police remains steadfast in its resolve to take tough and lawful action against all individuals involved in drug trafficking. Citizens are once again urged to report any drug-related information or suspicious activities in their areas.“`

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Two Drug Peddlers Arrested From Srigufwara and Uttersoo Anantnag, 550g Charas Recovered

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drug peddlers in Srigufwara

 Anantnag police on Saturday arrested two drug Peddlers in seperate incidents at Srigufwara and Uttersoo.

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In a post on X, Anantnag police wrote, “Anantnag Police arrested 2 drug peddlers in separate incidents at Srigufwara & Uttersoo. 550g of charas powder recovered. FIRs registered, investigation underway.”

“Public urged to report drug-related info. Identity of informants will be kept confidential.” the post reads.

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Rajouri Police Seize ₹53 Lakh Property of Haroon Rashid Notorious Drug Peddler

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Haroon Rashid

In a major crackdown on drug-related crimes, Rajouri Police has attached/seized property worth approximately ₹53 lakhs including a triple-storey residential house and a car, belonging to a notorious drug peddler.

The action was taken by a police team from Police Station Rajouri led by the Station House Officer under the supervision of DySP Headquarters Rajouri following a thorough inquiry. The property was identified as illegally acquired through proceeds from narcotics trade.

The accused Haroon Rashid S/O Abdul Rashid resident of Ward No.2 Rajouri who had amassed these assets through illegal drug trade. Acting swiftly Rajouri Police invoked Section 68(F) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 leading to the attachment/seizure of the said properties.

Rajouri Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and is actively working to curb the menace of narcotics in District Rajouri. Such actions will continue to ensure that individuals involved in illegal drug activities face Strict Legal Consequences.

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Srinagar Police Books Three Notorious Drug Peddlers Mohd Jaffar Ganie, Haris Bilal Dar and Saqib Ahmad Shah Under PIT-NDPS Act

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Continuing the relentless crackdown against drug trafficking and dismantling the illegal narcotics network, Srinagar Police has booked three infamous drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS Act).

The notorious drug peddlers namely Perveiz Ahmad Ganie @ Pawa son of Mohd Jaffar Ganie resident of Kenihama Budgam, Haris Bilal Dar son of Bilal Ahmad Dar resident of Elahibagh Soura Srinagar and Saqib Ahmad Shah son of Gh Hassan Shah resident of Asar Colony Hazratbal Srinagar have been booked under the PIT-NDPS Act after obtaining the formal detention orders from Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir on the basis of dossiers prepared by Srinagar police against them.

Consequently, these drug peddlers were detained and subsequently lodged in District Jail of Kathua.

Pertinent to mention here that these drug peddlers have been involved in the peddling of narcotics among the youth of Srinagar on an alarming scale.

Besides, they were also involved in several NDPS Act cases of various police stations of Srinagar. Despite several NDPS Act cases registered against them, they did not mend their ways after getting bailed out from courts and were brazenly promoting drugs among the youth of the valley, especially in Srinagar, through their illegal narcotics network.

Police has also set into motion the process to attach their properties under the provisions of PIT-NDPS Act.

J&K Police affirms its steadfast commitment of eliminating drug peddling in the region with the full might of law. We also caution those engaged in this unlawful activity that the long arm of law would catch them sooner than anticipated and every offender will face justice.

For any information related to drug dealers/peddlers in Srinagar, citizens are encouraged to contact the police through official helpline number 9596770550.Together, we can build a safer and healthier society.

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Srinagar Police Book 3 Notorious Drug Peddlers Liyakat Ali Bhat, Ishfaq Ahamd Gabroo and Umar Fayaz Bhat Under Tough Law

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Liyakat Ali Bhat

Continuing the relentless crackdown against drug trafficking and dismantling the illegal narcotics network, Srinagar Police has booked three infamous drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS Act).

The notorious drug peddlers namely Liyakat Ali Bhat son of Bashir Ahmad Bhat resident of Kenihama Auqaf Chowk Nowgam, Ishfaq Ahamd Gabroo son of Ali Mohammad Gabroo resident of Hamdanya Colony Bemina and Umar Fayaz Bhat @ Umer son of Fayaz Ahmad Bhat resident of Shalteng have been booked under the PIT-NDPS Act after obtaining the formal detention orders from Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir on the basis of dossiers prepared by Srinagar police against them.

Consequently, these drug peddlers were detained and subsequently lodged in Kot Balwal Jail Jammu and District Jail of Udhampur.

Pertinent to mention here that these drug peddlers have been involved in the peddling of narcotics among the youth of Srinagar on an alarming scale. Besides, they were also involved in several NDPS Act cases of various police stations of Srinagar. Despite several NDPS Act cases registered against them, they did not mend their ways after getting bailed out from courts and were brazenly promoting drugs among the youth of the valley, especially in Srinagar, through their illegal narcotics network. Police has also set into motion the process to attach their properties under the provisions of PIT-NDPS Act.

J&K Police affirms its steadfast commitment of eliminating drug peddling in the region with the full might of law. We also caution those engaged in this unlawful activity that the long arm of law would catch them sooner than anticipated and every offender will face justice.

For any information related to drug dealers/peddlers in Srinagar, citizens are encouraged to contact the police through official helpline number 9596770550.

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Anantnag Police Attach Properties in Satkipora and Waghama Worth ₹75 Lakh in Crackdown on Drug Trafficking

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As part of its ongoing crackdown against drug trafficking, the Anantnag Police in Jammu and Kashmir attached properties worth Rs 75 lakhs belonging to two notorious drug peddlers under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

According to an official release, acting under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, the police attached a cement-concreted plinth along with one kanal of land belonging to Tariq Ahmad Lone, son of Mohd Maqbool Lone, a resident of Satkipora. The property, valued at approximately Rs 60 lakhs, was identified as illegally acquired through drug trafficking. The accused is involved in FIR No. 48/2019 under Section 8/20 of the NDPS Act, registered at Police Station Srigufwara.

In a separate action, Police Station Bijbehara attached commercial shops belonging to Gulzar Ahmad Rather, son of Gh. Rasool Rather, a resident of Waghama. The attachment was made in connection with FIR No. 227/2024 under Section 8/20 of the NDPS Act, registered at Police Station Bijbehara. The property, valued at Rs 15 lakhs, was confirmed as proceeds of drug-related activities.

“These stringent actions highlight Anantnag Police’s firm resolve to eliminate the drug menace and dismantle the financial networks supporting illicit drug trade. The public is urged to cooperate with law enforcement agencies by reporting any drug-related activities, ensuring a safer and drug-free society,” the police said in a statement.

Earlier on Wednesday, Chinar Warriors, in a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir police, recovered and destroyed an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the “critical” line of communication along Bandipora-Srinagar road.

“ChinarWarriors in a joint operation with @JmuKmrPolice today, averted a major terror incident, which would have threatened innocent lives of Kashmiri citizens, by recovering and destroying an IED on the critical line of communication along Bandipora – Srinagar Road, Aragam,” Chinar Corps, Indian Army said in a post on X on Wednesday.

“The lED was surgically handled and destroyed, highlighting the commitment of our security personnel, ever committed for the safety of Citizens. Indian Army remains resolute in its commitment to keep Kashmir terror-free,” the Army added. (ANI)

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Three Drug Consumers Arrested in Awantipora, Sent for Rehabilitation

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Continuing its drive against drug abuse, Police have arrested three drug consumers from Awantipora area.

A Police spokesperson said, “During patrolling, a Police party of Police Station Awantipora, apprehended three drug consumers who were found in suspicious circumstances in an Eco Sports vehicle bearing registration number JK01BA-3092. ”

“They have been identified as Hilal Ahmad Ahanger son of Ab Satar Ahanger resident of Badipora Budgam, Nasir Ahmad Mir son of Mohd Ashraf Mir resident of Badipora Budgam and Aftab Ahmad Magray son of Mushtaq Ahmad Magray resident of Sugam Budgam.”

During questioning, they admitted that they are regular drug consumers and accordingly they were shifted to drug de-addiction/rehabilitation Centre Tral where the test of all the persons was conducted and the report reveals positive.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR Numbers 46/2025 under relevant section of law has been registered at Police Station Awantipora.

J&K Police remains committed to eradicating the drug menace and ensuring a safe and drug-free society. Public cooperation is essential in this fight and we urge citizens to report any suspicious activities related to narcotics to the nearest police station.

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Notorious Drug Peddler Aqib Farooq Bhat Arrested in Srinagar, Heroin Seized

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Aqib Farooq Bhat

In its ongoing mission to eliminate the scourge of drugs from society Police in Srinagar has arrested a notorious drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.

A Spokesperson said that Police team of Srinagar police during routine patrolling duty at Rawalpora-Peerbagh link road, intercepted and apprehended a suspicious person. During search, contraband Heroin-like substance was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Aqib Farooq Bhat (notorious drug peddler) son of Farooq Ahmad Bhat resident of Nadirgund, Peerbagh Hyderpora. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No.16/2025 under NDPS Act has been registered in PS Sadder and investigation has been initiated.

J&K Police remains committed to eradicating the drug menace and ensuring a safe and drug-free society. Public cooperation is essential in this fight, and we urge citizens to report any suspicious activities related to narcotics to the nearest Police Station.

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Srinagar Police Arrest Drug Peddler Sameer Ahmad Bhat, Seize Contraband and Vehicle

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Sameer Ahmad

Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested a drug peddler in Srinagar and recovered contraband substance from his possession.

A Spokesperson said that police party during patrolling from Bemina Chowk to Boatman Colony intercepted a vehicle coming from Bemina Chowk to Boatman colony was noticed driving suspiciously and recklessly, who tried to flee however the vehicle was tactfully stopped.

“Upon stopping, the driver immediately jumped out and fled from the spot. While the other co-passenger remained inside and was apprehended on the spot who disclosed his name as Sameer Ahmad Bhat son of Ali Mohammad Bhat resident of Woyan Pampore”, he said.

During questioning the arrested accused disclosed the name of the driver/the person whom the vehicle belongs as Mudasir Ahmad Pir son of Shareef-U-Din Pir resident of Firdous Colony Bemina. During search, substantial quantity of Brown Sugar like substance was recovered from the Dash board of vehicle. Moreover, one weighing machine and a mobile phone was also seized on spot. Besides, vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 18/2025 under relevant section of law has been registered in Police Station Bemina. Search for other accused person who fled from the spot is underway.

Citizens are encouraged to support police efforts in rooting out the drug menace from society. We assure the public that the police will take strict action against offenders in accordance with the law.

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Srinagar Police Book Two Notorious Drug Peddlers Hazim Bashir Bazaz and Momin Mehraj Bazaz Under PIT-NDPS Act, Properties to Be Seized

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Hazim Bashir Bazaz

Srinagar Police today booked two infamous drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS Act).

A police spokesperson said the notorious drug peddlers namely Hazim Bashir Bazaz  @Zahid son of Bashir Ahmad Bazaz resident of Housing Colony Chanapora Srinagar and Momin Mehraj Bazaz son of Mehraj-ud-Din Bazaz resident of Syedpora Eidgah have been booked under PIT-NDPS Act after obtaining the formal detention orders from Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir on the basis of dossiers prepared by Srinagar police against them.

Consequently, these drug peddlers were detained and subsequently lodged in District Jail Udhampur, police spokesperson said.He said these drug peddlers have been involved in the peddling of narcotics among the youth of Srinagar on an alarming scale.Besides, they were also involved in several NDPS Act cases of various police stations of Srinagar.

Despite several NDPS Act cases registered against them, they did not mend their ways after getting bailed out from courts and were brazenly promoting drugs among the youth of the valley, especially in Srinagar, through their illegal narcotics network.

Police has also set into motion the process to attach their properties under the provisions of PIT-NDPS Act.

J&K Police affirms its steadfast commitment of eliminating drug peddling in the region with the full might of law. We also caution those engaged in this unlawful activity that the long arm of law would catch them sooner than anticipated and every offender will face justice, the spokesperson said.

For any information related to drug dealers/peddlers in Srinagar, citizens are encouraged to contact the police through official helpline number 9596770550, he added.