Nurpur Police Conduct Successful Operation Against Illicit Liquor
In a proactive effort against illegal substances, Nurpur Police conducted a successful operation on January 3, 2026, seizing 8 cases of illicit liquor. The operation took place near the IPH Office, where authorities intercepted a vehicle and arrested the driver, Amit Kumar. Legal proceedings are currently in progress as the police continue their crackdown on narcotics and illegal alcohol. This operation highlights the ongoing commitment of law enforcement in the region to combat drug-related crimes.
| Jan 4, 2026, 12:03 IST
Police Operation in Nurpur
Sudhanshu Sharma
Nurpur
In a significant move against drug and alcohol-related crimes, the Nurpur Police District executed a successful operation on January 3, 2026. Officers set up a checkpoint near Chaugan, adjacent to the IPH Office in Nurpur, where they stopped a vehicle (registration number HP33B-5089) and seized 8 cases, totaling 96 bottles, of illegal country liquor.
The individual apprehended has been identified as:
- Amit Kumar, son of Mohan Lal, a resident of Sunera, village Kopra, Tehsil Nurpur, District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.
Kumar was taken into custody at the scene, and a case has been filed at the Nurpur Police Station under Section 39(1)A of the HP Excise Act. Authorities have confirmed that further legal actions are underway.