The Kashmir Standard

09/08/2026

*J&K POLICE IN SHOPIAN ARRESTED DRUG PEDDLER; 44 GRAMS OF CHARAS STICKS RECOVERED*

August 09: Continuing its sustained efforts to eradicate the menace of drug abuse from society, Shopian Police arrested a drug peddler and contraband substances like charas sticks were recovered from his possession.

During routine naka checking at Manihal Crossing, a police party from Police Station Imamsahib noticed a person moving under suspicious circumstances and tactfully apprehended him. During his personal search, approximately 44 Grams Charas sticks was recovered from his possession. The accused has been identified as Mushtaq Ahmad Dar son of Jalal-ud-din Dar resident of Tulkhan Bijbehara. Accordingly, FIR No. 51/2026 under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Imamsahib and investigation has been taken up to establish forward and backward linkages and dismantle the larger drug network involved.

Shopian Police remains firmly committed to its mission of creating a drug-free society and appeals to the general public to extend their cooperation by sharing any information related to drug peddling or substance abuse in their localities. Citizens can report such activities to the nearest police station. The identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential.

08/08/2026

Top renowned and highly dedicated orthosurgeon Dr umer shb inshallah will get available Sunday tomorrow at ZiKRA pharmacy batpora shopian hurry up call for registration 9622861646

08/08/2026

Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Mr Sanjeev Kumar visits District Shopian regarding awareness program on NALSA,s SAMVAD SCHEME on 2025Tribal Rights organised by District Legal services Authority Shopian.

06/08/2026

DC Shopian reviews Independence Day 2026 Preparations,

Directs to ensure elaborated arrangements

SHOPIAN, AUGUST, 06:-

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, today chaired a high-level meeting here at Mini-
Secretariat to review the preparations for the forthcoming Independence Day-2026 celebrations.

DC took a comprehensive review of venue preparedness, security, traffic regulation, sanitation, uninterrupted power and water supply, healthcare facilities, transportation, parking, seating, public address system and other essential logistics required for the smooth conduct of the national
event and directed all the departments to ensure meticulous planning and timely completion of all arrangements.

Stressing the importance of coordinated efforts, Deputy Commissioner instructed all departments to discharge their assigned responsibilities with utmost dedication and ensure that every arrangement is completed well in advance and called for close inter-departmental coordination to ensure the successful and dignified celebration of Independence Day.

The officers were further directed to remain available on the ground, closely monitor the preparations, promptly address any shortcomings and ensure hassle-free arrangements for participants and the general public.

The meeting was attended by SSP, Shopian, Mushtaq Ahmed Choudhary, ADDC, Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone, ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, SDM, Zainapora, Bilal Ahmed, District and Sectoral officers who briefed the chair on the preparedness of their respective departments while assuring full cooperation for the smooth and successful conduct of the event.

06/08/2026

_Action Against Illegal Mining_
*J&K POLICE IN SHOPIAN SEIZED 03 TRACTORS; FIR REGISTERED*

August 06: Continuing its sustained crackdown on illegal mining, Shopian Police seized three tractors involved in the unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals from Keegam area of the district.

During routine patrolling a Police party from Police Post Keegam seized three Tractors found engaged in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals without mandatory permission. In this regard FIR No. 150/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered in Police Station Shopian and investigation has been initiated.

Shopian Police reiterates its firm commitment to protecting the district’s natural resources and ensuring strict legal action against those involved in illegal mining. The general public is urged to cooperate by reporting any such unlawful activities. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential.

06/08/2026

Heavy rainfall in District Shopian

05/08/2026

DDC Shopian chairs DLC Meeting, approves 348 HADP & JKCIP Cases

SHOPIAN, AUGUST 05: A meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC) for scrutiny and approval of beneficiary applications under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and the JK Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) was held under the Chairmanship of the District Development Commissioner (DDC), Shopian, Shishir Gupta here at Mini-Secretariat Shopian today.

During the meeting, committee carried out a detailed scrutiny of applications received under various components of HADP and JKCIP. After due deliberations and verification of eligibility, committee approved 197 applications under HADP and 151 applications under JKCIP, paving the way for extending project benefits to eligible farmers and agri-entrepreneurs of the district.

The DDC emphasized the need for ensuring complete transparency, accountability and timely implementation of all approved projects.

He directed the concerned departments to expedite the necessary formalities so that the benefits reach the selected beneficiaries without delay. He further stressed that the schemes should contribute to increasing farmer's income, promoting entrepreneurship, creating sustainable livelihood opportunities and strengthening the agricultural sector in the district.

The meeting was attended by ADDC, Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone, GM, DIC, Sharjeel Ali Naik, ACR, Shakoor Ahmed Dar, DDM, NABARD, Zubair Wasil, DSEO, Bilqees Zahoor, CHO, Muneer Ahmed, LDM, Farooq Ahmed Dar and senior officers of the Agriculture Production Department, including district-level officers from the allied sectors.

05/08/2026

_Action Against Illegal Mining_
*J&K POLICE IN SHOPIAN SEIZED 04 TRACTORS & 01 TIPPER; 3FIRs REGISTERED*

August 05: Continuing its sustained crackdown on illegal mining, Shopian Police seized four tractors and one tipper involved in the unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals from different areas of the district.

During routine patrolling a police party from Police Post Saidpora intercepted and seized three tractors involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals without valid royalty documents. In this regard, FIR No. 73/2026 under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Heerpora and investigation has been set into motion.

In a similar action Police party from Police Station Keller intercepted and seized one tractor engaged in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals without mandatory permission. In this regard FIR No.81/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered in Police Station Keller and further investigation has been initiated.

In another similar action Police party from Police Post Hermain seized one tipper found indulging in illegal mining activities without mandatory permission. In this regard FIR No. 149/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered in Police Station Shopian and investigation has been initiated.

Shopian Police reiterates its firm commitment to protecting the district’s natural resources and ensuring strict legal action against those involved in illegal mining. The general public is urged to cooperate by reporting any such unlawful activities. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential.

05/08/2026