Anti-Drug Enforcement Drive Continues in PD Sopore under Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan
15/06/2026
Srinagar, June 15 (KIP)-In continuation of the sustained anti-drug enforcement drive under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Police in Sopore carried out action against the wild growth of narcotic plants in the jurisdiction of Police Post Bus Stand.
Acting on credible information regarding the presence of wild cannabis (bhang/bung) at village Bohripora, a joint team comprising officials from the Police, Revenue, and Excise Departments conducted a destruction drive at the identified location.
During the operation, wild cannabis growing over a considerable area was identified and destroyed on the spot after completing all requisite legal formalities. Samples were collected and seized for further examination.
The action forms part of the continuous drive being undertaken by J&K Police to identify and destroy wild growth of narcotic plants across the district and eliminate potential sources of drug abuse and illicit narcotics.
J&K Police reiterates that cultivation, possession, transportation or illegal use of narcotic substances is a serious offence under the NDPS Act and strict legal action shall be taken against those found involved.
J&K Police remains committed to the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan and will continue its sustained efforts to eradicate the drug menace and build a safer, healthier and drug-free society.