Ganderbal, Dec 3: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Central Kashmir Range (CKR), Rajeev Pandey, on Wednesday said that the Jammu and Kashmir Police intensified its operations against drug peddlers, reflected in the rising number of NDPS cases registered across J&K.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, DIG Pandey said that the Police have identified hotspots and launched focused operations to dismantle drug supply chains.
“On the directions of the Director General of Police (DGP), strict action against drug peddlers is underway. The crackdown on the narcotics trade has been intensified to curb this growing menace,” he said.
DIG Pandey said that the J&K Police are simultaneously carrying out extensive community outreach and running de-addiction programmes to counter drug abuse.
He said that the Police are working closely with communities to raise awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse.
DIG Pandey also emphasised the need to foster inclusive support systems for specially-abled persons, ensuring they live with dignity and ease.
