Srinagar, Dec 17 (NationPress) Two individuals involved in drug trafficking were apprehended in the Baramulla district of J&K, with illegal substances and cash seized from their possession, according to police reports released on Wednesday.

"As part of the ongoing efforts to combat drug-related issues, a police team from Police Post Wagoora, led by probationary sub-inspector Sameer Ahmad, set up a checkpoint at Mangam Wagoora Crossing around 11:45 PM on December 16, 2025. During the inspection, two individuals attempted to escape upon noticing the police, but were quickly captured," stated a police announcement.

The suspects were identified as Abdul Qayoom Lone, son of Ghulam Hassan Lone, from Kalantra Bala, and Suraj Ahmad Sheikh, son of Ghulam Mohammed Sheikh, from Sheikhpora Kreeri.

"Upon conducting a personal search, officers recovered a total of 10 grams of a heroin-like substance and cash amounting to Rs 22,500 and Rs 500 respectively. An FIR No. 90/2025 under Section 8/21-29 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Kreeri, and further investigation is ongoing," the statement continued.

The J&K Police, along with security forces, have been intensifying operations against terrorists, their associates, and sympathizers to dismantle the framework supporting terrorism in the Union Territory.

Authorities are also scrutinizing drug traffickers, peddlers, and those involved in illegal money transfer schemes, as it is believed that profits from these illicit activities contribute to funding terrorism in J&K.

Following court directives, the J&K Police has been proceeding to attach properties acquired through drug trafficking and unlawful financial activities in an effort to deter such behaviors and cleanse society of the drug issue.

While the police and security forces conduct these operations in the interior regions, the borders of J&K are secured by the army and the BSF to prevent infiltration, exfiltration, drug trafficking, and drone operations originating from across the border.