Drug peddler detained under PIT NDPS Act in Kupwara: Police

Srinagar, Aug 29: As part of its relentless drive against drug menace and in line with its zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics, J&K Police in Kupwara has successfully secured the detention of a habitual drug peddler under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act, 1988.

Police said the accused, Abdul Qayoom Lone, son of Mohammad Munawar Lone, resident of Lashtiyal, Kalaroos, District Kupwara, has been detained for his repeated involvement in drug peddling activities. He was earlier booked in FIR No. 80/2024 under Sections 8/21 NDPS Act at Police Station Kupwara.

After thorough investigation and compilation of incriminating evidence, the Senior Superintendent of Police, Kupwara submitted a detailed dossier to the competent authority. Upon careful consideration of the material and in view of his continuous involvement in drug trafficking, the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, issued Detention Order No. DIVCOM-“K”/01/2025 dated 22.01.2025 under the provisions of the PIT NDPS Act.

In pursuance of the order, the accused has been lodged in District Jail Rajouri for preventive detention, as his activities were found to be highly detrimental to public health and particularly harmful for the younger generation.