100-Day Nasha Mukt Abhiyan:‘296 drug peddlers arrested, 281 cases registered’

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30 Apr 2026

Srinagar, Apr 29: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V.K. Birdi and Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Anshul Garg on Wednesday co-chaired a joint meeting at PCR Kashmir to assess the implementation and progress of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, directing intensified efforts, better coordination, and innovative strategies to make the campaign more impactful.

The 100-day "Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan" was launched by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha as a time-bound, outcome-oriented initiative to intensify the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking across the Union Territory, directing all concerned departments and enforcement agencies to adopt a zero-tolerance approach against drug peddling.

The meeting was attended by all range DIGs of Kashmir, all Deputy Commissioners of the Kashmir Zone, all district SSPs of Kashmir Zone, JDP ZPHQ, and other senior officers.

At the outset, district SSPs briefed the chair on ongoing operations against drug networks and peddlers, apprising that sustained enforcement drives under the NDPS Act have led to the arrest of more than 296 drug peddlers, registration of over 281 cases, and identification of key hotspots. Officers also briefed that about 460 awareness programmes have been organised to sensitise the general public, especially students, about the ill effects of drug abuse.

They further informed that illegal cultivation of contraband on about 15 kanals of land was destroyed, several chemist shops found violating drug regulations were sealed, and properties linked to drug trafficking were identified and attached under relevant provisions of law.

Deputy Commissioners apprised the chair about measures being taken under the 100-day campaign and progress achieved at the district level, highlighting intensified awareness activities in educational institutions, panchayats, and vulnerable areas, along with strengthened coordination with line departments.

IGP Kashmir called for sustained and coordinated efforts among law enforcement agencies to dismantle drug networks and curb substance abuse, stressing strict action against offenders with a focus on dismantling drug trafficking networks through sustained enforcement, strengthening intelligence-led operations, and ensuring effective prosecution to secure higher conviction rates.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir underscored the importance of a multi-sectoral approach involving civil administration, health departments, education institutions, and civil society organisations, calling for strengthening rehabilitation mechanisms and enhancing awareness at the grassroots level.

The meeting concluded with a firm resolve to make Jammu and Kashmir a drug-free society through sustained enforcement, coordinated efforts, and strengthened prevention and rehabilitation measures.