Jammu | Jammu and Kashmir’s intensified anti-narcotics campaign has delivered significant results within its first 50 days, with law enforcement agencies registering 176 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arresting 202 accused individuals. Officials said the campaign is focused not only on intercepting narcotics but also on dismantling the organised financial and logistical networks that sustain the illegal drug trade.
According to authorities, heroin accounted for the largest seizure during the ongoing operation. Police recovered approximately 5.533 kilograms of heroin, commonly known as “chitta,” with an estimated market value of around ₹16.60 crore. In addition, officers seized 3.250 kilograms of poppy straw, 29.267 kilograms of ganja, and 1 kilogram of opium. Investigators believe the scale of the recoveries highlights the extent of narcotics trafficking activities operating in the region.
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Officials stated that the campaign has gone beyond routine drug seizures by targeting repeat offenders and individuals suspected of playing key roles in trafficking networks. As part of these efforts, a notorious drug offender was detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act. Authorities believe such preventive action is essential for disrupting organised narcotics operations and preventing offenders from continuing illegal activities.
Financial investigations have emerged as a major component of the crackdown. Police seized 37 vehicles allegedly linked to drug-related activities and froze approximately 123 grams of gold valued at nearly ₹13.70 lakh. Investigators said targeting assets acquired through illegal proceeds is a crucial strategy in weakening the economic foundations of narcotics trafficking networks.
Authorities also froze 26 bank accounts that reportedly contained transactions worth approximately ₹18 lakh. In addition, properties valued at around ₹5.19 crore were attached in eight separate cases. These included both movable and immovable assets. Officials stressed that combating drug trafficking requires more than arrests and prosecutions; it also involves eliminating the financial gains that motivate and sustain criminal enterprises.
In a parallel administrative action, authorities demolished 22 properties allegedly linked to known drug offenders in coordination with the district administration. The structures included 11 permanent houses and 11 other constructions that investigators claim were being used to facilitate narcotics-related activities. Administrative measures were also taken against individuals allegedly involved in the drug trade, resulting in the cancellation of 27 driving licences and 143 vehicle registration certificates.
Renowned cyber crime expert and former IPS officer Prof. Triveni Singh said organised criminal networks rely not only on illegal commodities but also on complex financial systems, assets, and local support structures. According to him, when law enforcement agencies target illicit wealth, freeze financial flows, and seize properties, the operational capabilities of such networks are significantly weakened.
Police officials credited the campaign’s success to the cooperation of local communities, educational institutions, civil society organisations, and young citizens. They emphasised that the fight against drug abuse and trafficking is not solely a law-enforcement responsibility but a broader social mission. Citizens have been urged to report information related to drug peddling and suspicious activities so that timely action can be taken.
The anti-drug drive remains ongoing, and authorities have reiterated their commitment to maintaining pressure on narcotics traffickers. Officials said the campaign will continue with the same intensity in the coming months, with a strong focus on protecting youth from substance abuse and dismantling organised trafficking networks operating across the region. Investigators believe further arrests and asset seizures are possible as the operation progresses and additional leads emerge.
