Early Times Report
REASI, Nov 11: Continuing its sustained drive against drug abuse and the illegal sale and distribution of pharmaceutical drugs, Reasi Police today initiated action against a medical shop following reliable information regarding the alleged illegal sale of Pregabalin 300 mg capsules at Barotra Pharmacy, located at Dhaba Morh near Charan Paduka Mandir, Katra.
Acting promptly, Police Post Banganga informed the Drug Inspector, Reasi, and requested his presence during the search proceedings. Accordingly, a joint team comprising police personnel from Police Post Banganga, the Drug Inspector, Reasi, and the Executive Magistrate, Katra, conducted a search of the premises.
During the search, Pregabalin 300 mg capsules were found inside the shop. Meanwhile, the licence holder, identified as Deepak Kumar, reportedly fled from the premises during the proceedings. Subsequently, the Drug Inspector, Reasi, sealed the medical shop in accordance with the prescribed legal procedure and applicable regulatory provisions, in the presence of the Executive Magistrate, Katra.
Reasi Police reiterates its firm resolve to curb the misuse of prescription medicines and dismantle networks involved in the illegal procurement, sale and distribution of pharmaceutical drugs. Strict legal action shall be initiated against anyone found violating the law.
Reasi Police appeals to the general public, particularly chemists, shopkeepers and medical establishments, to strictly adhere to the prescribed legal and regulatory requirements and cooperate with the authorities in the collective fight against drug abuse.
Reasi Police remains committed to safeguarding the lives and well-being of the general public and pilgrims visiting the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi. |
