Special Judge Ghumarwin convicts Shimla resident in 1.216 kg hashish case, awards 10 years RI

Shimla, Nov 25,

Special Judge (NDPS) Ghumarwin, Mohit Bansal, has convicted Saurabh Phool of Shimla and sentenced him to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh. In case the fine is not paid, the court has ordered an additional one-year imprisonment.

The case pertains to January 30, 2024, when a police team from Ghumarwin Police Station, led by Inspector Karam Chand, intercepted an Alto car during traffic checking on the Baloh four-lane stretch towards Bhaged. During inspection, an envelope was found near the gear lever beside the driver’s seat. On opening it, the police recovered 1.216 kg of hashish.

A case was registered under Section 20 of the NDPS Act at Ghumarwin Police Station. The investigation was carried out by Inspector/SHO Karam Singh, after which the challan was presented in the court.

The prosecution was represented by Sub-District Attorney Abhay Gupta. After considering the evidence and arguments, the court pronounced the sentence, an official spokesperson said.

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