Aaqib Butt
Kishtwar, May 24, 2026:
Continuing its intensified drive against drug abuse under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Kishtwar Police apprehended two persons and recovered a huge quantity of suspected intoxicant medicines during patrolling in Kishtwar town.
A police party of Police Station Kishtwar headed by PSI Danish Qaiser Gazali intercepted two suspicious persons during routine patrolling on May 23, 2026. Upon checking, police recovered:
• 25 boxes of Tapentadol Hydrochloride Tablets 100 mg (100 tablets each)
• 05 boxes of Entol Tapentadol Hydrochloride Tablets (100 tablets each)
• 02 boxes of Pregabalin Capsules 300 mg containing 18 strips
The accused were identified as:
Adnan Ali S/o Amjad Ali Mir, R/o Malipeth, Kishtwar
Mohsin Sarwar S/o Sajad Hussain Mir, R/o Lanyal, Kishtwar
During questioning, the accused failed to produce any valid prescription or legal authorization for possession of the recovered medicines. Preliminary investigation revealed that the intoxicant substances were allegedly intended for illegal sale among drug addicts for monetary benefits.
The recovered medicines were seized on the spot and necessary entries have been made at Police Station Kishtwar. Further investigation is in progress.
Kishtwar Police remains committed towards eradicating the drug menace and taking strict action against those involved in narcotics and illegal substance trade.
