Pakyong, July 1 – In a significant ruling today, the Special Judge SADA Pakyong sentenced Pem Tshering Bhutia, a former police officer, to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹1 lakh. Bhutia was convicted under the SADA Act for possessing a commercial quantity of illegal drugs. The case against him dates back to 2021. This landmark judgment underscores the judiciary’s commitment to combating drug-related offenses, even when they involve individuals previously entrusted with upholding the law.
