Srinagar, Jan 02: The Jammu and Kashmir Police stepped up their campaign against drug trafficking in 2025, adopting a multi-pronged approach that included arrests, preventive detention, property seizures, and fast-track trials to target drug peddlers at all levels.
According to senior police officials, around 1,000 cases under the NDPS Act were registered during the year, resulting in the arrest of nearly 1,400 accused, including street-level peddlers, repeat offenders, and key suppliers. Authorities said the focus remained on breaking the drug supply chain at every level.
Preventive detention played a key role in checking the spread of narcotics, with around 170 habitual offenders detained under PIT NDPS provisions, officials said, helping curb repeat offences and dismantle local drug networks.
Financial measures were also an important part of the drive. During NDPS investigations, properties worth over Rs 70 crore were attached, with more than 120 properties identified. Of these, around 40 properties were permanently seized after completing legal procedures. Senior officers said such action weakened drug syndicates and restricted their operations.
Speedy trials remained a major focus, supported by an effective pairvi system, under which dedicated officers closely monitored cases. This ensured timely production of witnesses, submission of forensic and documentary evidence, and better coordination with prosecutors, helping avoid unnecessary delays.
As a result, police secured convictions in several major cases. In some instances, courts awarded up to 20 years of imprisonment, along with fines amounting to lakhs of rupees, sending a strong message to drug traffickers.
Police officials stressed the importance of quality investigations and directed officers to complete probes in a professional manner and present cases effectively before courts. More than 90 per cent of NDPS cases were successfully disposed of, reflecting improved investigation and prosecution outcomes.
Senior officials said the crackdown on drugs will continue in 2026, with an emphasis on fast-track trials, strong convictions, and financial seizures to further disrupt the narcotics trade in Jammu and Kashmir. (Agencies)
