In a serious success for safety forces, a narco-terror consignment within the Amrohi space close to the Line of Management (LoC) was busted in a joint operation by the Kupwara Police and the Indian Military. Appearing on credible inputs, the groups launched a search operation in Chinotra of Village Amrohi, recovering four packets of heroin-like substance weighing roughly three kg and 798 grams (together with packing).
Moreover, arms and ammunition, together with four pistols and 6 magazines, have been recovered from the spot, which had been hid by unknown terrorists with felony intent. On this regard, a case was additionally filed beneath the NDPS Act, and UAPA, and an investigation is underway to establish the perpetrators and set up back and forth linkages.
It’s pertinent to say that the Kupwara Police has made exceptional progress in its battle in opposition to the drug menace and narco-terror actions within the district all through 2024. At this time, 7 people have been detained beneath the PIT NDPS Act, taking the full variety of detentions beneath this Act to 14 for the yr.
Moreover, three residential properties have been hooked up beneath the UAPA in reference to terror-related actions, reflecting the agency resolve of the Kupwara Police to focus on these supporting and facilitating terrorism.
Within the final three months, 20 circumstances beneath the NDPS Act have been registered within the district, elevating the full variety of circumstances registered to this point in 2024 to 67. In these circumstances, 103 drug peddlers have been arrested, demonstrating the relentless crackdown on narcotics within the area.
The sustained efforts of the Kupwara Police have led to important seizures of contraband and proceeds of crime. To date this yr, seizures embody 21.82 kilograms of heroin, 2.37 kilograms of charas, 30 kilograms of poppy husk, 202 bottles of illicit liquor, and ?93,705 in money. Moreover, 5 residential properties belonging to drug peddlers have been hooked up as a part of proactive measures to dismantle drug networks working within the district.
The police stay steadfast of their dedication to eradicating the drug menace, combating terrorism, and guaranteeing the security and safety of the area. The general public is urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious actions to the closest police station. Public cooperation stays a cornerstone in sustaining regulation and order and attaining the shared objective of a drug-free and terror-free society.
