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In the first instance, Police Station concerned received a docket, stating that during routine patrolling at village Yall Pattan, one individual identified as Gh. Rasool Yatto son of Late Mohd Zaman Yatto was found to have illegally cultivated poppy crop on his agricultural land.
The cultivation was intended for illicit trade and unlawful monetary gain, posing a serious threat to the youth by promoting drug abuse. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 91/2026 under Section 8/18 of NDPS Act was registered and investigation has been initiated.
In another action, a police Party of Police Station Tangmarg apprehended one person identified as Shaukat Ali son of Abdul Rajak resident of Kataiya Supaul Bihar, presently residing at Chandilora Tangmarg, near J&K Bank ATM, Chandilora. During search, approximately 20 grams of charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. In this regard, a case FIR No. 23/2026 under Section 8/20 NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Tangmarg and further investigation is underway.
Police reiterates its commitment to eradicating drug menace from the society and urges the general public to cooperate and share any information related to drug trafficking or illegal cultivation. Strict action will continue against those involved in such unlawful activities.
