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13/06/2026

🕊️ Young KAS Officer Mohammad Younis Mir Passes Away

It is with profound grief and sorrow that we mourn the untimely demise of Mohammad Younis Mir, a young and promising 2019 Batch KAS Officer, who passed away on Friday after a brief illness.

Known for his dedication, integrity, and commitment to public service, Mohammad Younis Mir earned the respect and admiration of colleagues and the public alike. His contributions to society and his sincere approach towards his duties will always be remembered.

His passing has left a deep void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the entire Natipora community. At such a difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family.

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Raji'un.

May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, envelop him in His infinite mercy, grant him the highest place in Jannat-ul-Firdous, and give strength and patience to his family to bear this irreparable loss.

Ameen.

13/06/2026

Rafiq Ahmad Mir, Dy. CEO Hqr Handwara, is transferred and posted as CEO Bandipora and shall hold additional charge of DIET Bandipora.

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30/05/2026

GANDERBAL POLICE APPREHENDS DRUG PEDDLER; CONTRABAND SUBSTANCE HE**IN AND CHARAS RECOVERED.

GANDERBAL,
30TH, MAY 2026

Continuing its sustained efforts against the menace of drugs, Ganderbal Police apprehended a drug peddler during routine naka checking conducted by Police Station Safapora at Puttarmulla Safapora near Daller Mode, Manasbal.

During checking, a suspicious individual attempted to flee on noticing the police party. The alert police party acted promptly and apprehended him on the spot. He was identified as; Salim Ahmad Bhat S/O Ghulam Mohammad Bhat R/O Kondbal Safapora.

During his personal search, approximately 04 grams of heroin-like substance and 20 grams of charas-like substance were recovered from his possession. Accordingly, FIR No. 11/2026 under relevant sections of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Safapora, and further investigation is underway.

Ganderbal Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and urges the public to cooperate by sharing information about drug-related activities in their areas.