Srinagar, Nov 25 (KNO): The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Srinagar Zone, has successfully dismantled a narcotics supply module active in the Baramulla–Pulwama belt with the seizure of 2.730 kilograms of charas and the arrest of three accused persons, including the main supplier.
“Acting on specific intelligence, on 20.11.2025, a team of NCB Srinagar intercepted Bashir Ahmad Malla, R/o Dhobiwan, PS Kunzer, District Baramulla, and recovered 2.730 kg of charas from his possession,” an official statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) reads.
During sustained interrogation and prompt follow-up action with the help of Baramulla Police, i.e., Kunzer Police Station, the NCB team arrested his close associate, Mansoor Ahmad Wani, R/o Dhobiwan, PS Kunzer, District Baramulla, who was actively involved in the supply chain, it reads.
NCB Srinagar appreciated the strong cooperation and timely support extended by Baramulla Police, whose proactive assistance played a vital role in the successful execution of the operation and further strengthened inter-agency coordination in the region.
“Based on the disclosures of both the accused and subsequent operational intelligence, the main supplier, Abdul Rashid Dar, was apprehended from Pulwama, thereby unearthing the complete trafficking chain. All accused have a previous criminal history in connection with NDPS cases,” the statement added.
With the arrest of the mastermind, associate and supplier, the entire module involved in the procurement, transportation and distribution of the seized contraband has been dismantled, it reads, adding that further investigation is ongoing to identify backward and forward linkages, financial trails and any inter-state connections.
“The establishment of the NCB office in Srinagar is part of the Government of India’s strategic initiative to strengthen narcotics enforcement in Jammu & Kashmir. NCB remains committed to curbing the drug menace, protecting youth, and enhancing cooperation with law enforcement agencies across the Union Territory.”
Meanwhile, NCB appealed to the public to support the fight against drugs.
“Citizens may report any information related to narcotics trafficking confidentially on the MANAS – National Narcotics Helpline: Toll-Free 1933. The identity of the caller is kept strictly confidential,” the statement reads—(KNO)