A vast field of illegally cultivated poppy in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district was Monday destroyed by police, an official said.
The operation was launched after police received information that Ajaz Ahmed Khan of Suka Kass mohalla in Hayatpura village had cultivated poppy plants (opium) illegally in his agriculture land, they said.
A case was registered in the Manjakote police station based on the information and a team headed by Manjakote Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Nisar Khoja, tehsildar Sagheer Chowdhary and SHO Manzoor Kohli reached the spot and destroyed the crop, the officials said.
Khan is on the run, they said.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app