Kolkata man arrested with banned drugs, cash in Katra; FIR lodged

In a continued effort to curb drug trafficking, the Reasi Police apprehended one person in possession of illegal substances during a routine check in Katra town.

The accused, identified as Babai Halder from Kolkata, was found with 7 strips of Alprazolam tablets, a total of 70 tablets, and Rs 40,000 in cash. A case (FIR No. 81/2024) under sections 8, 21, and 22 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act has been registered at the Katra Police Station.

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SSP Reasi, Mohita Sharma (IPS), emphasized the Reasi Police’s commitment to eradicating drug abuse and illicit liquor smuggling from the district. She urged public cooperation in strengthening the anti-narcotics drive, highlighting its importance in protecting future generations.

Sharma urged people from all sections of society to come forward and support the anti-narcotics drive of the District Police. Public cooperation is seen as essential to save future generations from the dangers of drug abuse.