Srinagar, Jan 24: In a significant development, four individuals were convicted under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in Case FIR No. 21/21 by the Hon’ble Court, marking a major success in the fight against drug trafficking in Jammu and Kashmir.
The convicted individuals, identified as Mohammad Aslam War, Bilal Ahmad Hanji, Mehraj-u-Din Wani, and Waqar Ahmad Dar, were found guilty of illegal possession and transportation of narcotic substances. The case was registered under Sections 8/20, 22, and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Yaripora in Kulgam district.
The conviction followed a routine Nakka checking by vigilant police personnel, during which the accused were intercepted while traveling in a vehicle. Upon searching the vehicle, the police recovered 42 bottles of intoxicating drugs and a quantity of Charas. A detailed investigation and effective prosecution culminated in the court’s verdict, holding the accused guilty.
Ajaz Ahmad Najar, Chief Prosecuting Officer (CPO) and Public Prosecutor for Kulgam, represented the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the case. His thorough preparation and compelling arguments were instrumental in securing the conviction.
The case is now scheduled for arguments on the quantum of punishment on January 30, 2025.
Law enforcement agencies and the prosecution have reiterated their commitment to curbing drug trafficking and ensuring a drug-free society. They emphasized that such convictions serve as a strong warning to those involved in drug-related offenses.
This successful conviction underscores the ongoing efforts of the police and prosecution in safeguarding society from the menace of narcotics and psychotropic substances.
