Srinagar, April 24: Police in Srinagar have intensified their crackdown on drug trafficking, deploying the narcotic dog squad across multiple locations in the district to strengthen enforcement and surveillance.

Under an intensified drive as part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, the move is aimed at curbing the menace of narcotics and dismantling drug networks operating in the city.
Police said during this special drive, trained sniffer dogs have been strategically positioned at key checkpoints to detect concealed narcotics and assist in the swift identification and apprehension of drug peddlers.
"The deployment of these highly trained canines enhances on-the-spot detection capabilities and strengthens ground-level enforcement," police said.
This proactive initiative is a vital component of Srinagar Police's comprehensive strategy to dismantle narcotics supply networks and establish a strong deterrent against drug-related activities. Parallel awareness campaigns continue to be conducted to educate the public and reinforce the collective resolve towards a drug-free society.
Meanwhile, Police Budgam district attached movable property belonging to an alleged notorious drug peddler, Aijaz Ahmad Sheikh, a resident of Kanihama, Magam, under the provisions of Section 68F(1) of the NDPS Act.
The attached property includes one Alto K-10 vehicle, with an approximate market value of Rs 4 lakhs. The said vehicle is involved in the case FIR No. 13/2026 registered at Police Station Magam under relevant sections of the NDPS Act.