SRINAGAR: Continuing its sustained and relentless crackdown against drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukti Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Police in Srinagar has attached two immovable properties worth approximately ₹1.05 crore belonging to notorious drug peddlers, reaffirming its commitment to dismantling the financial infrastructure of narcotics networks operating in the district.

The first attached property comprises a residential house along with the land underneath, situated at Pamposh Colony, Palpora, Noorbagh, Srinagar, belonging to Aqib Mushtaq Kenu son of Mushtaq Ahmad Kenu resident of Pamposh Colony, Palpora, Noorbagh, Srinagar. The property, having an approximate market value of ₹50 lakh, has been attached under Section 68-F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, in connection with FIR No. 48/2022 registered at Police Station Safakadal under Sections 8/21/29 of the NDPS Act. The accused is presently on bail granted by the Hon'ble Court.

The second attached property comprises a three-storeyed residential house along with two commercial shops and the land underneath, situated at Pathar Masjid, Zainakadal, Srinagar, belonging to Altaf Ahmad Najar alias T.K. Khan son of Late Ghulam Qadir Najar resident of Pathar Masjid, Zainakadal, Srinagar. The property, with an approximate market value of ₹55 lakh, has been attached under Section 68-F of Chapter VA of the NDPS Act, 1985, in connection with FIR No. 32/2021 registered under Sections 8/21 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Kral Khud.

The accused is also under preventive detention under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act, 1988, vide Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir Order No. DIVCOM/K/127/2025 dated 15.07.2025, and is presently lodged in preventive detention.

Both properties were identified during investigation as having been acquired through proceeds generated from illicit narcotics trafficking. The attachment proceedings were carried out after obtaining due approval from the Competent Authority (SAFEMA), New Delhi, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter VA of the NDPS Act, ensuring strict adherence to all legal and procedural safeguards.

The attachment operations were executed by duly constituted Police teams Srinagar, with the properties falling within the jurisdiction of Police Post Noorbagh and Police Station M.R. Gunj, respectively.

These actions form part of J&K Police's sustained strategy to strike at the economic backbone of drug trafficking networks by depriving offenders of assets amassed through the proceeds of crime. By targeting illegally acquired properties, J&K Police aims to deter those engaged in narcotics trafficking and reinforce the rule of law.

Police reiterates its unwavering commitment to making society drug-free under the Nasha Mukti Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan. The public is urged to continue supporting the police by sharing credible information regarding drug trafficking and other criminal activities so that strict legal action can be taken against those involved.

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A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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