Watch the Video: Udhampur Police Attach Property Worth ₹10 Lakhs in Crackdown on Bovine Smuggling
In a significant move to combat bovine smuggling, Udhampur Police have attached property valued at ₹10 lakhs belonging to a suspected smuggler. This marks the first such action in the district under Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS).
Case Details:
- FIR No.: 22/2025
- Sections: 223 BNS, 11 PCA Act
- Accused Driver: Khursheed Ahmed, son of Ghulam Nabi, resident of Maitra, Ramban
- Vehicle Owner: Arshad Khan, son of Kalu Khan, resident of Rathian, Tehsil and District Udhampur
During the investigation, a backward link was established, leading to the invocation of Sections 61(2) and 3(5) BNS against Arshad Khan, the vehicle owner. He was subsequently arrested. On March 24, 2025, an application was submitted to the court for the attachment of the vehicle (Tata Mobile JK14K 1765) under Section 107 BNSS. After hearings on March 25 and 26, the court granted the attachment order.
The case was investigated by SHO Police Station Chenani, Inspector Jaswinder Singh, under the supervision of SDPO Chenani, DSP Sukhvir Singh, and overall guidance of SSP Udhampur, Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure.
Impact on Curbing Bovine Smuggling:
The attachment of property serves as a deterrent by directly impacting the financial assets of those involved in illegal activities. Such measures:
- Disrupt Smuggling Networks: Targeting the resources used in smuggling operations hampers their ability to function effectively.
- Deter Potential Offenders: The financial consequences discourage others from engaging in similar illegal activities.
- Reaffirm Legal Consequences: Demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement to uphold the law and take stringent actions against violators.
Recent Incidents in Udhampur:
Udhampur district has witnessed multiple incidents related to bovine smuggling in recent months:
- December 2024: Two habitual offenders, Raj Ali of Mantalai and Ghulam Qadir of Ganshad, were detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for their involvement in bovine smuggling activities. Despite repeated warnings, they continued activities that posed a threat to communal harmony in the region.
- February 2025: Udhampur Police foiled two separate smuggling attempts in Majalta and Chenani, rescuing a total of eight bovines. Vehicles used in the smuggling operations were intercepted, and legal actions were initiated against the culprits.
- August 2024: Three bovine smuggling attempts were thwarted, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the rescue of 17 bovine animals. Two vehicles used in the smuggling were seized.
Crackdown on Bovine Smuggling in Samba and Jammu Districts
Samba District:
- intercepted a truck at the Tapyal area during a routine highway check. The driver attempted to evade the police but was apprehended. Fourteen bovines were found tied cruelly inside the vehicle without valid transportation permits. The driver, Mukesh Kumar from Bishnah, Jammu district, was arrested, and the vehicle seized.
- April 2023: In a series of operations, Samba Police arrested eleven individuals, including two women, involved in bovine smuggling. Fifty-four animals were rescued, and five trucks were seized at various locations, including Gha Supwal, Rakh Mansar, and Rajpura.
Jammu District:
Inbsuchva horrific incident, bovine smugglers ramped their vehicle laiden with bovines in the ever busy Vikram Chowk area of Jammu
Communal Tensions:
Bovine smuggling has been a sensitive issue, often leading to communal tensions. Incidents of smuggling can inflame sentiments, leading to unrest and disturbances in communal harmony. For instance:
- December 2024: Authorities noted that the activities of detained smugglers posed a threat to communal harmony in the region.
Addressing bovine smuggling through stringent legal actions, such as property attachment and detentions under the PSA, aims to mitigate these tensions by curbing the root causes and demonstrating a commitment to maintaining law and order.
Conclusion:
The recent attachment of property in Udhampur highlights the proactive approach of law enforcement agencies in tackling bovine smuggling. By targeting the financial assets of offenders and maintaining vigilance, authorities aim to deter illegal activities and preserve communal harmony in the region.
