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Police book two habitual drug peddlers under PIT NDPS Act 

  • RK News By RK News
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  • 04 Oct 2025

  Sopore, Oct 03: As part of its intensified campaign against narcotics, Police in Sopore have booked two habitual drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT NDPS Act). As per a statement issued here, the offenders have been identified as Umar Farooq Sheikh son of Farooq Ahmad Sheikh resident of Seeloo Sopore and Abdul Hamid Mir son of Abdul Rashid Mir resident of Janwara Sopore. Both are repeat offenders with multiple NDPS cases against them. Despite repeated preventive actions, they continued to indulge in the narcotics trade, posing a persistent threat to public health and safety. They have been lodged in Kot Bhalwal Jail, Jammu and District Jail, Poonch respectively. J&K Police reiterate its zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics and urges the public to remain vigilant, report drug-related activities, and join hands in the mission to build a drug-free society.   Police bust illegal rebranding of Govt-issued rice in Awantipora Accused arrested, vehicle seized RK News Service Srinagar, Oct 03: In a major action against illegal trade practices, Police in Awantipora received credible information regarding unlawful rebranding of government-issued rice at Shaltokuna Awantipora. Acting promptly on the information, a police team led by Inspector Ajaz Hmad and Inspector Bilal Ahmad conducted a raid at the identified location. As per a statement issued here, during the operation, a vehicle (Tata Mobile) bearing registration number JK06-5469 was intercepted and seized. On inspection, the vehicle was found loaded with 80 bags of rice deceptively packed in apple-branded bags, 37 additional rice bags, along with other incriminating articles. The accused, involved in the commission of crime has been identified as Fayaz Ahmad Dar son of Ab. Aziz Dar resident of Shaltokuna. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 207/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Awantipora. J&K Police reiterate its commitment to act firmly against black-marketing, hoarding, and illegal profiteering that exploit public distribution supplies meant for the common people. JMC conducts massive anti-encroachment drive Advises public to abide by Municipal regulations RK News Service Jammu, Oct 03: Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), on the directions of Commissioner and direct supervision of Joint Commissioner (R&E), Friday carried out a major enforcement drive, taking decisive action against illegal constructions and encroachments within the city limits. The operation underscores the JMC’s commitment to ensuring adherence to municipal laws, planned urban development and public health standards. As per a statement issued here, in a significant move, the JMC has sealed a restaurant named "The Street" located in Sainik Colony, Jammu. The establishment was found to be operating without the necessary permissions and valid municipal licenses, constituting a serious violation of the Jammu and Kashmir Municipal Corporation Act, 2000. The sealing action was executed by the Enforcement Wing of the JMC after due process. Meanwhile, the JMC conducted an extensive demolition drive along Canal Road, targeting and successfully removing numerous illegal shanties (jhuggis) set up on state land. These encroachments not only obstruct public access and pose a challenge to planned infrastructure development but are also a significant source of insanitary conditions and public health hazards in the area. The Jammu Municipal Corporation has appealed to all citizens, commercial establishments, and prospective builders to strictly adhere to municipal regulations and planning norms.  The Municipal Corporation has urged the public to obtain the requisite building permissions, trade licenses and No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the JMC before undertaking any construction, commercial activity or change of land use. Operating or constructing without approval is illegal and will invite strict action, including sealing and demolition. The citizens have further advised to desist from Encroachment and refrain from setting up illegal shanties (jhuggis) or encroach upon public land, including roads, parks, and drainage channels. These illegal structures severely compromise sanitation, public safety and the aesthetics of the city. Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment is a collective responsibility, and illegal settlements often lead to unhygienic conditions, posing a risk to the health of the community.

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