Sopore, August 12, 2025:
Continuing its drive against the menace of drugs, Sopore Police today apprehended a drug peddler during a naka checking operation at Maharajpora, Sopore.
The accused has been identified as Himayun Rasool Kundoo, son of Ghulam Rasool Kundoo, resident of Sher Colony, Sopore. During the search of a bag in his possession, police recovered poppy straw. The contraband was seized on the spot, and the accused was taken into custody.
In this regard, FIR No. 157/2025 under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Sopore, and further investigation is underway to identify and dismantle the network involved.
*Sopore Police reiterates its zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics and urges the public to cooperate by sharing information related to drug peddling so that decisive action can be taken against those involved.*
