Banihal, May 05: In a major crackdown on narcotics, Ramban Police demolished a roadside dhaba known as Makhan Dhaba along the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) in the Chanderkoot area of Ramban district over its alleged involvement in drug peddling.
The said Dhaba, was accused of supplying contraband substances to locals as well as highway commuters, including drivers & the establishment had come under scrutiny following specific inputs about its suspected role in the illegal drug trade.
The dhaba was owned by one Nakhan Singh, a resident of Punjab who had been living in Chanderkoot for the past four decades.
The demolition drive was carried out under the supervision of senior officials. DSP Headquarters Ramban Vikar Younus Bhat and Tehsildar/Executive Magistrate Ramban Deep Kumar led the operation on the ground. Naib Tehsildar Fariq Mirza, SHO Chanderkote R. Rakhwal, and members of the voluntary organisation Hamdard were also part of the team.
Authorities said the action was carried out on the directions of Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan and was closely monitored by Senior Superintendent of Police Ramban Arun Gupta.
Locals have appreciated the action taken by the administration, terming it a strong step against the drug menace. Further investigation into the matter is underway.
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