Jammu, Aug. 7 -- Police on Wednesday nabbed an inter-state drug peddler in Katra town and recovered heroin, a sharp edged weapon and cash from his possession, said officials.

In view of enhanced security arrangements ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, Reasi police has intensified surveillance and checking operations across the district, said a police officer.

As part of these proactive measures, a flash checking naka was established at Stadium Road by the police team of Katra police station.

During the naka checking, one suspicious individual coming on foot towards Katra was intercepted. "On his frisking, 4.700 grams of heroin, a sharp-edged weapon (Khokri) and cash amounting to Rs.15,000 were recovered from him" said the offi...