Police attach property of notorious drug peddler in Srinagar

Srinagar, May 5: As part of a major crackdown under the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar police on Tuesday said they attached immovable property worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler, while simultaneously intensifying inspections of medical shops across the district to curb misuse of pharmaceutical drugs.
A police spokesperson informed that Police Station Nowhatta, acting under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, attached immovable property linked to an accused involved in FIR No. 61/2019 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act.
The attached property comprises a fully renovated three-storey residential house, a separate single-storey concrete kitchen block with three washrooms and land measuring 9 marlas, he said, adding that the property belongs to Nisar Ahmad Sheikh, son of Habibullah Sheikh, a resident of Kani Dewar, Sheikh Mohallah, Hawal Srinagar.
“Investigations revealed the property was acquired through proceeds of illicit drug trafficking and has accordingly been identified and attached as illegally acquired assets under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act,” the spokesperson said. “This action reflects the firm commitment of Srinagar Police to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and curb the menace of narcotics in society.”
He said strict action against drug peddlers will continue.
Meanwhile, Srinagar Police have further intensified inspection drives of medical shops across all areas of the district as part of sustained efforts to combat drug abuse.
The spokesperson said that jurisdictional police teams, in coordination with relevant authorities, conducted inspections to ensure strict adherence to laws governing the sale and distribution of pharmaceutical drugs.
During the drives, medical shops were thoroughly checked for compliance with provisions of the NDPS Act. “Particular stress was laid on verifying sale records, stock registers and ensuring that medicines, especially those prone to misuse, are dispensed strictly against valid prescriptions,” he said. “Shopkeepers and pharmacists were sensitised about their legal responsibilities and advised to maintain proper documentation, avoid over-the-counter sale of restricted drugs and remain vigilant against suspicious transactions.”
They were urged to extend full cooperation to law enforcement agencies and promptly report any misuse or illegal sale of pharmaceutical substances.
Srinagar Police said they remain committed to eradicating the drug menace and safeguarding public health. They have urged the general public to support the initiative by sharing information about drug-related activities with the nearest police establishment. (KNO)