ANANTNAG POLICE LAUNCHES FIVE SIMULTANEOUS ANTI-DRUG OPERATIONS; FIVE SUSPECTS ARRESTED, OVER 2.2 KG OF NARCOTIC SUBSTANCES SEIZED

Anantnag, November 12: Intensifying its campaign against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Anantnag Police has conducted five separate anti-narcotics operations across the district, leading to the apprehension of five alleged drug peddlers and the seizure of approximately 2.2 kilograms of contraband substances.

The coordinated action was carried out by police teams from Aishmuqam, Dooru, Anantnag, Dialgam and Srigufwara police stations and police posts as part of the ongoing efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks and curb the circulation of narcotics.

In the first operation, acting on specific information, a team from Police Station Aishmuqam conducted a search of a cowshed belonging to Mohammad Ashraf Shah, son of Rahmat Shah, resident of Amadzoo. During the search, police recovered approximately 1.446 kilograms of Bhang Bhoosa, allegedly concealed for illegal sale.

Following the recovery, FIR No. 107/2026 under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Aishmuqam, and further investigation has been initiated.

In a separate operation, a police team from Police Station Dooru intercepted an individual during routine naka checking at Shankarpora Crossing. During his search, approximately 100 grams of charas was recovered from his possession. A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of law.

Meanwhile, Police Station Anantnag apprehended Faisal Shabir Shugan, son of Shabir Ahmad Shugan, resident of Natipora Khanabal, from Natipora area. Police recovered approximately 200 grams of charas from his possession, following which a case was registered.

In another action, a team from Police Post Dialgam apprehended Ubaid Khurshaid Naikoo, son of Khurshaid Ahmad Naikoo, resident of Wavthroo Nadoora. During the operation, approximately 100 grams of charas powder was recovered. Accordingly, FIR No. 419/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Anantnag.

In the fifth operation, a police team from Police Station Srigufwara, while conducting night patrolling, intercepted Abid Hussain Bhat, son of Farooq Ahmad Bhat, resident of Hitigam, at Hitigam Crossing. A search led to the recovery of 329.6 grams of charas powder from his possession.

In connection with the recovery, FIR No. 114/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Srigufwara. Further investigation into the case is underway.

Anantnag Police has reiterated its resolve to intensify action against drug trafficking and those involved in the illegal narcotics trade. The police have also appealed to the public to share credible information about drug peddling and substance abuse with the nearest police station, assuring that public cooperation and collective efforts are essential to eliminate the drug menace.

The latest operations underline the district police’s continued efforts to prevent drug abuse, identify those involved in narcotics trafficking and safeguard the younger generation from the harmful effects of substance abuse.(KNC)