November 26: In a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, police have arrested two drug peddlers in Anantnag and recovered contraband substances from their possession.
A Police team from Police Station Srigufwara at a checkpoint established near the hospital crossing in Sirhama intercepted a suspicious person. A thorough search led to the recovery of approximately 3 kilograms of illicit cannabis powder from his possession. The accused has been identified as Gulzar Ahmad Rather, son of Mohd Ayoub Rather, a resident of Sirhama.
In another separate operation, a police team from Police Station Bijbehara established a naka at Doodnard Waghama. During the checkpoint inspection, the team intercepted a vehicle bearing registration number JK03G-8966. Upon searching the vehicle, 3.350 kilograms of a charas was recovered from his possession. The accused driver has been identified as Gulzar Ahmad Rather, son of Gh. Rasool Rather resident of Waghama, Bijbehara.
Both the accused have been arrested and shifted to respective police stations where they remain in custody. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of the law have been registered at Police Station Srigufwara and Police Station Bijbehara and further investigation has been initiated.
Police remain committed to intensifying efforts against drug trafficking and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community by curbing the distribution of illegal substances.
