Sopore, May 04, 2026: In continuation of the ongoing enforcement drive under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Sopore Police, in coordination with the Drug Control authorities, have carried out another action against illegal pharmaceutical practices in Police District Sopore.
During a joint inspection at Sheikhpora, Rafiabad, a chemist shop was found operating without a valid drug licence in violation of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act. The shop was being run by Mehraj Ahmad Bhat, S/O Ghulam Ahmad Bhat, R/O Bakhipora Rafiabad.
Acting promptly, the Drug Inspector sealed the premises on the spot after following due legal procedure and further legal action has been initiated against the proprietor under relevant provisions of law.
This marks the fifth such enforcement action wherein an unlicensed or non-compliant medical store has been sealed in coordination with the Drug Control Department as part of the ongoing campaign.
Sopore Police reiterated that no unlicensed or non-compliant chemist shop will be allowed to operate and strict action will be taken against any violation involving illegal sale or storage of medicines and psychotropic substances.
The public is advised to purchase medicines only from authorised and licensed chemists.
Sopore Police reaffirmed their commitment to strict enforcement under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan to prevent misuse of drugs and ensure a safer, healthier and drug-free society.
