Baramulla, July 01: In an unprecedented crackdown against drug trafficking, the police in Baramulla have apprehending 276 drug peddlers and registering 180 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act during the first half of 2023.
A police official said that the relentless efforts of the police have resulted in the successful booking of 248 drug smugglers, including 30 of the most wanted drug traffickers, under the NDPS Act.
“28 habitual drug peddlers have been booked under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) and the Public Safety Act (PSA),” the police official said.
Police said that the investigations leading to these arrests were marked by meticulous intelligence gathering and proactive policing strategies.
“The contraband substances valued at Crores in the black market, with a total worth of 11 Crores, 8 Lacs, and 4 Thousands were seized during the operation. Cash amounting to 1.13 crore and 18 vehicles that were used in drug trafficking activities were also seized,” the police official further said.
Moreover, the police took decisive action by freezing two properties, including a house and a car, with a combined worth of 10 lac, belonging to notorious drug smugglers.
Baramulla police attributed the success to the support and cooperation of the local community, as they came forward with vital information regarding drug peddlers in their neighborhoods.
The police authorities have urged citizens to continue their vigilance and report any suspicious activities related to drug trafficking.
