Jammu

The Jammu and Kashmir Police and the administration on Monday jointly demolished three houses belonging to alleged drug peddlers in Kathua district as part of an intensified anti-narcotics crackdown.

According to officials, the demolished structures were allegedly built illegally on government land in the Korepunnu area of Rajbagh.

The action was taken against properties linked to Liaqat Ali, alias “Liaqatu,” and his brothers Gaggu Din and Sham Din, all residents of Korepunnu in Marheen.

Officials said the accused are allegedly involved in 16 FIRs related to drug trafficking and other criminal activities.

The estimated value of the demolished properties is stated to be over ₹1 crore.

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Authorities said the operation reflects the administration’s continuing efforts to curb narcotics trafficking and take strict action against individuals allegedly involved in drug-related offences.