SRINAGAR: Continuing its intensified crackdown against narcotics networks under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan-100 Days Campaign, Srinagar Police has attached multiple immovable properties worth approximately ₹5 crores belonging to individuals involved in drug trafficking and related unlawful activities across Srinagar and adjoining districts.

In a significant action, Police attached two residential properties comprising a single-storey and a double-storey house belongs to Bilal Ahmad Sheikh so of Ghulam Ahmad Sheikh and Aneek Ahmad Sheikh son of Nazir Ahmad Sheikh, both residents of Larbal Beerwah, Budgam, and involved in case FIR No. 37/2024 U/S 8/20 NDPS Act of Police Station Saddar Srinagar.

The properties, valued at approximately ₹30 lakhs and ₹50 lakhs respectively, were attached under Section 68(F) of the NDPS Act after completion of due legal formalities. The proceedings were conducted in the presence of the concerned Tehsildar and respectable members of the locality.

In another action, Police attached a double-storeyed residential house belonging to Suhaib Farooq Khan son of Farooq Ahmad Khan resident of Mini Colony, Chanapora, involved in FIR No. 15/2023 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act of Police Station Chanapora. The property, valued at approximately ₹1 crore, was attached under Section 68-F(1) of the NDPS Act vide Attachment Order No. 02/2026 issued by Police Station Chanapora. The proceedings were carried out in the presence of police officials, Executive Magistrate and local witnesses.

Further, Police attached a three-storeyed residential house with attic belonging to Mohsin Ibrahim Naqash son of Mohammad Ibrahim Naqash resident of Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar, involved in FIR No. 42/2026 U/S 8/21, 29 NDPS Act of Police Station Saddar Srinagar. The property, valued at approximately ₹1 crore, was attached under Section 68(F) of the NDPS Act in the presence of the Naib Tehsildar Rambagh and respectable locals, ensuring transparency and due legal process.

In yet another major action, Police attached a three-storeyed residential house belonging to Farhan Manzoor Pandit son of Manzoor Pandit resident of Kursoo, Rajbagh, involved in FIR No. 18/2026 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act of Police Station Rajbagh. The attached property has an estimated market value of approximately ₹50 lakhs and was attached under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.

Additionally, Police Station Karan Nagar attached a double-storeyed residential house belonging to Fayaz Ahmad Rather son of Farooq Ahmad Rather resident of Patoo Mohalla Ajas, Bandipora, involved in FIR No. 01/2025 U/S 8/21, 29 NDPS Act and Section 111 BNS. The attachment proceedings were conducted strictly in accordance with legal provisions as part of the ongoing anti-drug campaign.

In a separate action, Police attached a double-storeyed residential house situated at Bakshiabad, Bemina, belonging to Abid Hassan Dar son of Gh. Hassan Dar, involved in FIR No. 18/2022 of Police Station Batamaloo under Sections 8/21, 29, 27-A NDPS Act and Sections 468, 471, 473 IPC. The property, valued at approximately ₹1.7 crores, was attached under Sections 68-F(1) and 68-E of the NDPS Act for alleged forfeiture of illegally acquired property.

Investigations in these cases have revealed that the attached properties were acquired through proceeds generated from illicit drug trafficking. Acting under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act, Srinagar Police has formally attached these assets as part of sustained efforts to dismantle the financial infrastructure of drug peddlers and narcotics networks.

These actions reflect the firm resolve and unwavering commitment of J&K Police towards eradicating the drug menace and safeguarding the youth from the harmful effects of narcotics.

J&K Police reiterates that any individual found involved in drug peddling or related unlawful activities shall face strict legal action, including attachment and forfeiture of illegally acquired properties under the NDPS Act. The general Public is once again urged to cooperate with Police by sharing any information related to drug peddling or substance abuse with the nearest police establishment. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential.

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