BANDIPORA, APRIL 27: District Magistrate (DM) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib along with the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmad Zargar today chaired a meeting of the District-Level NCORD Committee to review ongoing efforts to curb drug abuse and illicit trafficking in the district.
During the meeting, the DM directed all departments to maintain updated and comprehensive data on enforcement measures.
On the occasion, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmad Zargar apprised that recent actions have had a positive impact, particularly in identified hotspots based on FIR analysis. He also briefed about enhanced CCTV surveillance, including installation in schools.
The DM directed the Chief Education Officer to ensure installation of CCTV cameras in all Government and private schools, as well as coaching centres, within one week.
The SSP further apprised the meeting about action taken in freezing and attachment of properties linked to drug trafficking, and shared details regarding acquittals and bails.
The DM reiterated strict action against offenders, including suspension of driving licences, passports and other essential documents.
The Deputy Director Prosecution presented details of NDPS cases pending trial, acquittals, bails granted and cancelled, including those involving commercial quantity. The DM stressed the need for regular training of prosecutors to strengthen prosecution.
Reviewing IEC activities, the DM assessed the initiative scorecard and directed departments, particularly the Labour Department to ensure active participation and reporting. Key initiatives such as “Dosti Discussions” and “Maa se Guftagu” were reviewed, with emphasis on meaningful events and signature campaigns.
The DM stressed coordinated efforts, continuous monitoring and a clear way forward to effectively tackle drug abuse and illicit trafficking in the district.
