To put an end to the use and spread of drugs, Kulgam police is making consistent efforts by way of enforcement operations and to suppress drug trafficking networks.
In this regard; Yesterday at about 1530 hours while checking vehicles on a checkpoint established at Alstop on NHW 44, Police party headed by IC PP Mirbazar intercepted a suspicious person namely; Mohammad Ashraf Bhat S/O Ghulam Rasool Bhat R/O Rahpora, Khudwani carrying a bag. After checking of the bag; officer present was able to recover 40 bottles of (Codeine Phosphate) like contraband substance. The said drug peddler was arrested on spot.
In this connection, a case FIR No. 44/2023 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act stands registered in Police Station Qazigund and further investigation has been initiated.
Kulgam police assures its community members that we are committed to continue our unwavering efforts against social crimes and are requested to come forward with any information regarding anti social elements in their vicinity so that timely action against the culprits will be taken.