Budgam, July 18: The District Administration Budgam, in coordination with Budgam Police, has intensified its drive against drug peddlers by demolishing several illegally constructed properties allegedly linked to narcotics trafficking, as part of its ongoing campaign to curb the drug menace in the district.
Officials said that the joint teams carried out a demolition drive in the Magam Sub-Division, targeting illegal structures in the Chairu and Mazhama areas. The operation was conducted in the presence of revenue and police officials.
During the drive, authorities demolished three illegally constructed shops, removed unauthorized fencing, and cleared encroachments over five marlas of land allegedly occupied by individuals involved in drug peddling.
Officials said the action is part of the administration’s sustained efforts to identify and dismantle illegally acquired assets belonging to those engaged in narcotics-related activities, while reinforcing its commitment to eliminating the drug trade from the district.
Earlier, the District Administration and Budgam Police conducted a similar demolition drive in the Khansahib Sub-Division, where four illegally constructed shops, a cowshed, and a tile factory were razed in the Parnewa and Arigam areas. The operation was also carried out in the presence of revenue and police officials.
The administration reiterated its resolve to continue strict action against drug peddlers and warned that all illegally acquired properties linked to narcotics trafficking would be identified and demolished in accordance with the law.
It also appealed to the public to cooperate with the administration and police by sharing credible information about drug-related activities, emphasizing that community participation remains essential in the fight against the growing drug menace.
