Anantnag Police Continues Crackdown on Drug Peddlers; Two Apprehended with Large Quantities of Narcotic Substances

Anantnag, April 8 2025:

 In its sustained efforts to root out the menace of drugs from the society, Anantnag Police has apprehended two drug peddlers and seized significant quantities of contraband substances in two separate actions.

Acting on specific information, a naka was established by a Police party from Police Station Aishmuqam at Bashnaar. During the operation, one individual identified as *Muzaffer Ahmed Shah*, son of Latief Shah, resident of Hardkichloo Aishmuqam, was apprehended. Upon search, approximately *10 kg 270* grams of Charas powder was recovered from his possession. In this connection, FIR No. 11/2025 under sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Aishmuqam and investigation has been taken up.

In another operation, a Police party from Police Post Khanabal apprehended one person, identified as *Khayam Ahmad Bhat*, son of Ab Gani, resident of Batangoo, at Shohal Batangoo. Upon search, the team recovered *07* kg of Poppy Straw from his possession. Accordingly, a case under the relevant sections of the NDPS Act has been registered and investigation is underway.

Anantnag Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance policy against drug abuse and trafficking and urges the general public to come forward with any information regarding drug peddling or other anti-social activities in their areas. Together, we can build a drug-free society.