Ganderbal police hold ‘Nasha Mukt’ drives across district

Ganderbal, Apr 17: As part of the ongoing “Nasha Mukt” campaign, Ganderbal Police organised a series of awareness programmes across the district on friday to highlight the dangers of drug abuse.

The events were held in Ganderbal town, Gund, Kangan, Safapora, and Sonamarg, with participation from students, traders, transporters, and civil society members. Police officials spoke about the health, social, and legal consequences of substance abuse and urged youth to channel their energy into sports and skill development.

In Kangan, Police on Friday initiated a strict enforcement drive against the sale and use of tobacco products in the area under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA). The drive was conducted under the supervision of SDPO Rajeev Raina, SHO Kangan Younis Khan, along with the Food Safety Officer Fayaz Ahmad. Authorities carried out intensive checking of distribution points, particularly in and around hospitals and schools. Several shopkeepers and distributors were fined for violating COTPA norms, including illegal sale and improper display of tobacco products. Officials stressed that special focus was laid on safeguarding public places, especially sensitive zones like educational institutions and healthcare facilities. The initiative was carried out under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, aiming to curb tobacco consumption and promote a healthier, drug-free society in the region.

In Gund, under the “Nasha Mukt” campaign, Gund Police, led by SHO Rayees Ahmad, organized awareness programmes across various areas to educate the public about the dangers of drug abuse. He warned of strict action against drug trafficking and urged the public to cooperate with the authorities. Similar drives were carried out in Safapora, Sonamarg and other areas of the district.