Kashmir's Crackdown: Major Drug Busts and Arrests
In a sweeping crackdown on drug trafficking, Kashmir police have arrested five alleged drug peddlers across four districts and seized a significant haul of narcotics, including ganja, charas, and heroin-like substances. The arrests, part of an anti-drug campaign, highlight ongoing efforts to curb illegal drug activities in the region.
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In a continued effort to combat narcotics trafficking, police in Kashmir have arrested five alleged drug peddlers and confiscated a large quantity of illegal substances. The operation, spanning across Anantnag, Kupwara, Budgam, and Pulwama districts, underscores the region's commitment to tackling drug-related crimes.
Authorities reported a significant seizure in Anantnag, where 24,700 kg of ganja was discovered at the residence of Ghulam Nabi Bhat. In Kupwara, Tariq Sajad Khan was apprehended with a substantial amount of charas-like substance.
Further operations in Budgam and Awantipora resulted in the arrest of suspects and the recovery of additional narcotics, including heroin-like substances and bung powder. These coordinated efforts form part of a broader strategy to dismantle drug networks in the area.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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