Police Seize Property in Anti-Drug Operation in Shopian: Significant Step in Combatting Drug Trafficking

In a continued endeavor to eradicate the scourge of drugs from our society, the Shopian Police, under the astute supervision of SSP Shopian Ms. Tanushree-IPS, has made a significant stride by confiscating a property allegedly belonging to a prominent drug peddler.

The property in question is a two-story residential house, valued at Rs. 25 lakhs and spanning 1769.635 square feet. Situated on Shamilat Section 5 land, measuring 6.5 marlas (1769.63 sqft) falling under Survey No. 952/1 in Batapora village, District Shopian, it is purportedly owned by Mahjabeen Banoo, the wife of Farooq Ahmad Najar.

This operation, conducted under the provisions of sections 68-E and 68-F (1) of the NDPS Act of 1985, is directly linked to case FIR No.21/2024 U/S 8/20 of the NDPS Act registered at Police Station Shopian. According to authorities, the property was identified as having been unlawfully acquired through illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.

The seizure of this property underscores the unwavering commitment of the police force in their relentless fight against drug trafficking. It signifies a crucial step in the ongoing battle to cleanse our communities of the menace of drugs.

The initiative has garnered widespread praise from the local populace, who have hailed the police action as a bold and necessary move in safeguarding the well-being of the community.This latest development serves as a potent reminder of the collective resolve to stamp out the drug menace and create a safer, drug-free environment for all.