UDHAMPUR, Feb. 14 -- In a major crackdown on drug-related offenses, Udhampur Police apprehended a person in possession of narcotics and uncovered an illegal sale of banned drugs at a local pharmacy.

During routine patrolling near SKPA Udhampur on February 4, police arrested Micheal Jackson, son of Raju, a resident of Christian Colony. A search led to the recovery of 5.5 grams of a suspected heroin-like substance and 66 Pregabalin capsules. An FIR (No. 41/2025) under sections 8/21/22 of the NDPS Act was registered, and an investigation was launched.

Further inquiries traced the source of the banned Pregabalin capsules to Sai Medicos Chemist and Druggist, located near the Forest Office in Udhampur. Operating under Drug Licence No. JK-UDH-11...