August 14: As part of its sustained and intensified action against the menace of drug trafficking and to disrupt the financial networks supporting the illicit narcotics trade, Police in Budgam have attached an immovable property valued at approximately ₹10 lakh in the Khansahib area of Budgam district.
The action was taken in connection with FIR No. 92/2026, registered under Sections 8 and 20 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at Police Station Khansahib. The property, comprising a shop and car-washing facility, is associated with the accused Mohammad Rafiq Khan son of Abdul Rehman Khan resident of Arizal, who is alleged to be involved in drug peddling.
The property was attached under the relevant provisions of Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, following due legal procedure. The attachment is aimed at preventing the accused from dealing with or deriving benefit from assets allegedly connected with the illicit trafficking of narcotic substances.
The action underscores the continued efforts of J&K Police to adopt a comprehensive approach towards combating drug trafficking, not only by apprehending persons involved in the illegal trade but also by identifying and proceeding against assets linked to narcotics-related activities.
J&K Police remain committed to taking strict legal action against drug peddlers, traffickers and other persons involved in the narcotics trade, in accordance with the law.
