Srinagar, May 17 -- In continuation of the sustained drive against the menace of drug abuse and illegal sale of medicines under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, a joint inspection and enforcement drive was conducted today by the Drug Inspector Srinagar and Drug Inspector Budgam in collaboration with Police Station Nowgam.

During the drive, strict action was taken against medical shops found violating the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and related regulations. A total of 07 medical shops/pharmacies were sealed or suspended on the spot for various violations including operating without licence, unauthorized sale of medicines, non-maintenance of records, and sale of medicines without the presence of an authorized p...