Kulgam, Oct 6: Kulgam Police on Monday attached property drug peddler involved in multiple cases at Checki-Badwani area area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district.
An official told that they have attached the property of notorious drug peddler belonging to drug peddler namely Bilal Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Abdullah Bhat resident of Checki Badwani in Qazigund under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.
“During the investigation of case FIR No. 85/2024 U/S 8/15, 21 NDPS Act of Police Station Qazigund, it came to light that the accused, Cheki Badwani, Tehsil Qazigund, has been involved in multiple cases of drug trafficking and had no legitimate source of income. The accused is presently lodged in District Jail Bhaderwah”, he said.
“The investigation further revealed that the accused had illegally acquired a residential house falling under Survey No. 797 min, valued at approximately Rs. 25 lakh (Twenty-Five Lakh Rupees), from the proceeds of drug trafficking. Acting swiftly, Police Station Qazigund initiated proceedings under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, leading to the attachment of the said property”, he added.
Speaking on the development, SSP Kulgam said, “Kulgam Police will continue its sustained action against drug peddlers and those involved in the illegal drug trade. Such measures are aimed not only at curbing the supply chain but also at dismantling the financial backbone of these networks. Our ultimate goal is to safeguard our youth and society from this dangerous menace.”
He urged to the general public to come forward with any information related to drug peddling or related activities in their localities. All information shared will be dealt with utmost confidentiality.
