Excelsior Correspondent
RAMBAN, May 5: Police here today demolished a roadside Dhaba (eatery) along Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) in Chanderkoot area over its alleged involvement in drug peddling.
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The eatery, popularly known as Makhan Dhaba, was accused of supplying contraband substances to locals as well as highway commuters, including drivers. Officials said the Dhaba came under scrutiny following specific intelligence inputs regarding its suspected role in the illegal drug trade.
According to officials, the Dhaba was owned by Makhan Singh, son of Harbajan Singh, resident of Punjab, who has been living in Chanderkote for nearly five decades.
The demolition drive was carried out under the supervision of senior officials, with Dy.SP Headquarters Ramban, Waqar Bhat and Tehsildar/ Executive Magistrate Ramban, Deep Kumar leading the operation. Revenue officials and Police personnel from Chanderkote were also present during the drive.
Authorities said the action was carried out on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan and was closely monitored by SSP Ramban, Arun Gupta.
Police claimed that the Dhaba owner was allegedly involved in multiple cases under NDPS Act.
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