Early Times Report
AWANTIPORA, Nov 12: In its continued efforts to eradicate the drug menace and take stringent action against drug Peddlers, Awantipora Police has booked a habitual drug peddler from the Lethpora area under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act and lodged him in District Jail Baderwah.
The individual has been identified as *Mehraj-ud-Din Ganie, S/o Gh. Mohd. Ganie, R/o Kranchoo Pampore, presently residing at New Colony, Lethpora, Awantipora.* His detention was ordered by the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, following the submission of a detailed dossier by Awantipora Police.
Pertinently, multiple cases under the NDPS Act have been registered against the said individual for his alleged involvement in drug trafficking and supplying narcotic substances to local youth. Despite facing repeated legal action, he allegedly continued his involvement in drug related activities.
It is further pertinent to mention that the individual repeatedly secured bail from the Hon'ble Courts but allegedly continued his unlawful activities. Taking cognizance of his persistent involvement in drug trafficking, Awantipora Police prepared and submitted a detailed dossier under the PIT-NDPS Act to prevent him from further indulging in such activities. Accordingly, the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, issued the requisite detention warrant.
The detention warrant was executed by a police team of Police District Awantipora, today.
Awantipora Police reiterates its firm commitment to taking stringent action against drug traffickers and appeals to the general public to extend their cooperation in the collective fight against the drug menace.
The locals of the area have appreciated the efforts of Awantipora Police in taking firm action against drug peddlers.
Awantipora Police urges the general public to report any criminal activities or suspicious activities by contacting the Awantipora Police Helpline No. 7051404859. |
