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Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan: 63 peddlers nabbed in first 5 days, says Sinha
The Lieutenant Governor launched a 100-day anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir on April 11, 2026. In the first five days (April 11–15), police arrested 63 drug peddlers and filed over 45 FIRs, with large drug hauls seized and ongoing awareness drives. On April 19, in Rajouri, a memorial was inaugurated and a foot march was planned as part of the drive.
Why It Matters
The crackdown aims to curb drug trafficking and addiction in a sensitive border region and mobilize community participation to dismantle drug networks.
Timeline
4 Events
LG addresses gathering before foot march in Rajouri
April 19, 2026
Later on April 19, Sinha addressed a gathering ahead of a foot march in Rajouri as part of the awareness drive under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan, calling for unity to break the back of drug networks.
Inauguration of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa memorial in Rajouri
April 19, 2026
Earlier on April 19, the LG dedicated a memorial, museum, and library in Rajouri to honour martyr ADDC Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, who was killed during unprovoked shelling in Operation Sindoor.
First five days of crackdown (April 11–15, 2026) effectiveness reported
April 15, 2026
During the first five days of the intensified crackdown, police arrested 63 drug peddlers, registered more than 45 FIRs, and seized large drug hauls. Regular checks targeted schools, pharmacies, and drug agencies as part of the drive.
Launch of the 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan at MA Stadium, Jammu
April 11, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched the 100-day campaign from Jammu's MA Stadium, calling it a total war against drug addiction and urging active participation from all sections of society.