Srinagar, Dec 16 (KNO): In a significant move under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, Police in Kupwara on Monday said to have attached two residential properties belonging to drug peddlers in the border area of Karnah.
This is the first time (under NDPS Act) such stringent action has been taken in this region, demonstrating the firm commitment of the police to combat the drug menace, a police spokesman said in a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).
One of the properties attached is located in Pingla Haridal which belongs to Riyaz Ahmad Shah son of Talib Hussain Shah. This property was attached in connection with case FIR No. 02/2019 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act registered of Police Station Karnah, police said.
The second property attached is located in Chitterkote Karnah, belongs to Jahangir Ahmad Khan, son of Rehmat Ali Khan. This attachment is linked to case FIR No. 14/2020 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act, police said.
The combined market value of these properties is estimated to be approximately Rs40 lakhs. This action underscores the resolve of Kupwara Police to root out drug-related activities from the district, particularly in sensitive border areas like Karnah, police added.
Meanwhile, police urged the public to support efforts made by the Police by reporting any suspicious activities in their neighbourhoods. This proactive approach will contribute to building a drug-free and safe environment for all—(KNO)