Police destroy Poppy cultivation in Handwara

As a part of persistent efforts to curb the menace of drugs in the society, Police along with civil administration launched a special drive against illegal cultivation of Poppy in Bonibath Vilgam Handwara.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 32/2024 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Vilgam and investigation has been initiated.
General public have appreciated the action of the police and civil administration and has urged to continue this drive in other areas also. J&K Police appeals to the public to extend their cooperation in this drive against drug abuse.