Srinagar: In a concerted effort to combat drug trafficking and illegal narcotics trade under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, police across multiple districts have taken stringent action against notorious drug peddlers by attaching their properties, including houses, shops, and land, in line with the NDPS Act.
In a major crackdown, Baramulla police attached a residential property worth approximately ₹30 lakh belonging to Zahid Ahmad Mir, son of Ghulam Hassan Mir of Checkthan Chanpora, Tangmarg. The property was attached under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act following investigation into multiple cases against Mir, including FIR Nos. 37/2017, 34/2025, and 07/2026. The property was found to be disproportionate to Mir’s lawful income, suspected to have been acquired through proceeds of illegal narcotics activities.
In Shopian, police attached a house valued at ₹21,99,478 belonging to Shameem Ahmad Bhat, son of Ab Jabbar Bhat, identified as acquired through illegal drug trade, in connection with FIR No. 275/2025. The attachment was executed transparently with the presence of revenue officials and magistrates.
Similarly, in Kulgam, police attached a double-storied house worth ₹51 lakh belonging to Umar Yousuf Rather, son of Mohd Yousuf Rather, linked to FIR No. 69/2021. Additionally, a property comprising a cowshed and a shop owned by drug peddlers Bashir Ahmad Ganie and Waseem Dar was demolished after legal proceedings. The police also retrieved three Marlas of state land from the same area.
These measures form part of the district-wide efforts to dismantle the financial assets of drug traffickers and send a strong message against narcotics. Police officials emphasized the importance of public cooperation and urged citizens to share information about drug-related activities.
J&K Police reiterated its steadfast commitment to eradicate the drug menace, stating that strict legal action, including property attachment and demolition, will continue to ensure a drug-free society. They called on the public to assist authorities in identifying and reporting illicit activities to protect youth and society at large.