Sudhanshu Sharma
Nurpur
Nurpur Police, under its ongoing special campaign against drug trafficking, carried out a major operation on February 16, 2026 in the jurisdiction of Sadauan Police Post.
During a naka (checkpoint) and vehicle inspection at Sadauan Chowk around 5:15 PM, a motorcycle (Honda Shine, registration number HP-48B-6260) was stopped for checking. On seeing the police, the two riders attempted to flee but were apprehended on the spot.
Upon search, 717 grams of charas/cannabis was recovered from the backpack of one of the riders. The contraband along with the motorcycle was seized by the police.
Arrested Accused:
- Lal Hussain, son of Nek Mohammad, resident of Malethi village, Post Office Silagharat, District Chamba, aged 20 years.
- Mohammad Sharif, son of Musa, resident of Bhalu village, Post Office Silagharat, District Chamba, aged 25 years.
An FIR (No. 47/2026 dated 16.02.2026) has been registered at Nurpur Police Station under Sections 20, 25, and 29 of the ND&PS Act. Further investigation is underway.
Nurpur Police has reiterated its commitment to a “Zero Tolerance Policy against Drugs” and assured that the anti-narcotics campaign will continue with full force in the future.
