SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Friday detained a suspected drug peddler under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act, following orders issued by the competent authority.
The accused has been identified as Fayaz Ahmad Khanday, son of Abdul Khaliq Khanday, a resident of Pati Shalbugh, Ganderbal. He was reportedly a habitual offender involved in the illegal narcotics trade and allegedly targeted local youth.
Following the issuance of the detention order, the accused was taken into custody and lodged in District Jail Bhaderwah.
Officials said the action is part of an intensified drive against drug trafficking networks operating in the district. They added that the detention sends a strong warning to those involved in the drug trade and reflects the administration’s commitment to dismantling narcotics supply chains.
Police reiterated their resolve to curb drug abuse and safeguard young people from addiction, while also urging the public to report any information related to drug peddling or suspicious activities, assuring strict legal action against offenders.
