Ganderbal, May 19:In a determined stride toward a drug-free society, Ganderbal Police have successfully apprehended a drug peddler and seized a quantity of heroin during a naka (checkpoint) operation in the jurisdiction of Police Post Gutlibagh.
The incident unfolded when a police party stationed at Wayil Wudder signaled a routine stop. A suspicious individual attempted to flee the scene but was swiftly intercepted by alert officers. Upon his personal search, a quantity of contraband substance, identified as heroin, was recovered and seized on the spot.
The accused has been identified as Nazir Ahmad Raina, son of Mohammad Ramzan Raina, a resident of Gagangeer, Sonamarg.
Following the recovery, a case has been registered under FIR No. 77/2025 at Police Station Ganderbal under the relevant sections of the NDPS Act. Further investigation into the matter is currently underway.
Ganderbal Police continues its unwavering commitment to combat drug abuse and trafficking. Authorities have urged the public to actively report any drug-related activities and have assured complete confidentiality for informants.
