HANDWARAContinuing its relentless crackdown against narcotics under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, police in Handwara achieved another significant success by detecting and destroying illegal poppy cultivation in village Mangwalpora Kralgund.

Police Station Kralgund registered a case vide FIR No. 31/2026 under Section 8/18 NDPS Act against one accused identified as Reyaz Ahmad Wani son of Gh Mohd Wani resident of Mangwalpora Kralgund for indulging in illegal cultivation of poppy straw.

Acting promptly on credible inputs, a police team from Police Station Kralgund, conducted the operation in coordination with Revenue and Excise officials. During the operation, the illegally cultivated poppy crop was identified and subsequently destroyed on spot after completing all legal formalities and procedures.

The action reflects the firm resolve of J&K Police to eradicate the drug menace from society and dismantle every link connected with narcotics cultivation and trafficking. Police remains committed towards strict enforcement, community participation, and sustained action under the Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan to safeguard the youth and ensure a drug-free society.

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