Anantnag, Jan 27 : Anantnag Police, in its ongoing efforts to combat the menace of drug trafficking, achieved significant success in two separate operations conducted by Police Stations Srigufwara and Mattan.
Police party from Police Station Srigufwara established a naka (checkpoint) on the Sirhama link road. During the naka checking, the police party intercepted a suspicious individual carrying a bag. Upon noticing the police naka party, the individual attempted to flee but was swiftly and tactfully apprehended by the alert police team.
On initial questioning, the individual disclosed his identity as Ab Rehman Mir, son-in-law of Mohd Akbar Nengroo, a resident of Sirhama.
Upon searching his belongings, 1.270 kg of cannabis powder was recovered from his bag. Accordingly, a case under FIR No. 04/2025 under the NDPS Act has been registered, and further investigation is underway.
In another operation based on specific information, a police team from Police Station Mattan conducted a raid at the residence of *Javid Ahmad Padder, son of Gh Ahmad Padder, a resident of Pethnambal Mattan. During the search, 5 kilograms of Charas powder was recovered from the house. In this regard case FIR No. 05/2025 registered in Police Station Mattan and accused was arrested and contraband seized.
Anantnag Police remains committed to eradicating the drug menace in the district and appeals to the public to share any information related to drug peddling or illegal activities. Cooperation from the community is pivotal in ensuring a drug-free society.
