Anantnag, 02 October 2026:
Continuing its sustained action against the drug menace, Anantnag Police arrested two more drug peddlers in separate naka-checking operations conducted in the district.
At Sarnal Chowk, a police party from Police Post Sherbagh intercepted and apprehended Danish Ahmad Shah S/o Abdul Rahim Shah R/o Khanawari, Mattan. During his personal search, 1 kg 38 grams of charas-like substance in powder form was recovered from his possession. In this connection, FIR No. 332/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Anantnag, and investigation has been initiated.
In another operation, a naka party from Police Post General Bus Stand apprehended Mehraj Iqbal Bhat S/o Mohd Iqbal Bhat R/o Khanabal at Tarbal Chee Bridge. During his personal search, 7.25 grams of charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. Cognizance has been taken and further investigation is underway.
Anantnag Police reiterates its commitment to taking firm and sustained action against persons involved in the illicit trade and trafficking of narcotic substances.
