By Tariq Yousuf
Kulgam, Oct 4: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, on Saturday said that the district administration has intensified its crackdown on narcotics, registering 260 FIRs last year and arresting a large number of individuals involved in drug-related activities.
The Deputy Commissioner was speaking at an awareness programme organised jointly by the office of the Chief Medical Officer and Government Degree College Kulgam to educate youth and the public about the harmful impact of substance abuse.
DC Athar Aamir said that a coordinated effort involving police, civil administration and the community has been launched to control the spread of drugs in Kulgam. “Last year alone, 260 FIRs were registered against those involved in drug trafficking and related offences. Many offenders have been arrested, and legal action has been taken to bring them to justice,” he said.
He added that the district administration, in collaboration with Kulgam Police, has achieved significant success in identifying and prosecuting offenders. “We are maintaining full coordination between police, civil departments and local bodies to keep Kulgam safe and drug-free,” he said, adding that the support of the public has been a crucial factor in sustaining this campaign. (CNS)