Kulgam, May 05: In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, Kulgam Police successfully dismantled a major drug network by arresting three accused, including a key kingpin identified as Sadiq Hussain alias Showki from Vijaypur, Samba, and recovered a significant quantity of heroin along with cash.
A police spokesperson said in a statement on the basis of reliable information received from a credible source, it was learnt that two individuals — Hilal Ahmad Ganai, son of Ghulam Mohiuddin Ganai resident of Kanispora in district Baramulla and Parvaz Ahmad Bhat, son of Mohammad Abdullah Bhat, resident of sident Wagoora in the Wagoora area of district Baramulla — were involved in smuggling and selling narcotic contraband like Heroin.
The information further revealed that they were transporting the contraband from Banihal towards Qazigund via NH-44 in a vehicle (Baleno) with the intention to supply it among local youth.
Acting promptly, Police Station Qazigund registered FIR No. 108/2026 under relevant sections of the NDPS Act and initiated investigation, he said.
A naka was laid at Choimulla under the leadership of Manav Dhanetiya (IPS Probationer), SHO Qazigund, leading to the interception of the said vehicle. Both accused were apprehended and 50 grams of Heroin like substance was recovered from their possession. The vehicle used in the commission of offence was also seized.
During investigation, the spokesperson said, the first backward linkage was established, leading to the identification of a major supplier and kingpin — Sadiq Hussain @ Showki S/o Mareed Ali R/o Rakh Barothian, Vijaypur, Samba.
Subsequently, a search warrant was obtained from the competent court, and a police team from Qazigund, with the help of Samba Police, conducted a raid at the accused’s residence in Samba. The team successfully apprehended the accused, the statement said.
“During the search of his premises, particularly a stable,152 grams of Heroin and ₹52,000* cash were recovered.” the spokesperson said.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused kingpin was operating a well-organized drug network with a large number of clients across Jammu & Kashmir, supplying narcotics on a daily basis and causing severe damage to society, especially the youth. Further investigation is going on as more arrests and recoveries are expected.
The entire operation was conducted under the supervision of SDPO Qazigund Mansoor Ayaz (JKPS) and Addl. SP NHW Shri Mumtaz Ali Bhatti (JKPS).
The vehicle involved is also being processed for legal action under relevant provisions of law.
SSP Kulgam, Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS appealed people, especially youth, to stay away from drugs and parents must remain vigilant.
He urged the public to share any information regarding drug-related activities with the police, assuring that the identity of informers will be kept confidential, and warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found involved in drug trafficking or peddling.
The operation showcased the courage, coordination, and dedication of Kulgam Police, police said.
Kulgam Police reiterated its firm resolve to eliminate drug abuse and trafficking and warns all those involved in such illegal activities that strict action under law is inevitable.
