Kolkata Police has issued a strong advisory to landlords in and around Golf Green, urging them to exercise greater caution while renting out their properties. This follows the deaths of a young man and woman in an apartment at Arabinda Nagar, an incident that has exposed alleged drug-fueled gatherings in the area.
Incident Details
The advisory comes two days after the bodies of the young couple were discovered inside a flat. Three of their friends have been arrested in connection with the suspected drug overdose case. Investigators probing the deaths have found that the apartment, rented by Mohammad Dilshad, one of the deceased, was allegedly being used regularly for house parties attended by young men and women. Police claim that drugs and alcohol were consumed at these gatherings and that obscene social media reels were filmed inside the flat.
Police Concerns
A senior Kolkata Police officer stated that the apartment had effectively become a hub of substance abuse, with several young people allegedly frequenting the premises for drug and alcohol consumption. The investigation has also prompted concerns among local residents. According to police, many residents of Arabinda Nagar have alleged that similar parties are being organized in several other rented flats across the neighborhood.
Advisory to Landlords
In response, police have asked property owners to closely monitor the activities of tenants and personally verify the nature of gatherings taking place on their premises. Landlords have also been directed to submit fresh tenant verification forms for rented flats in the area as part of a renewed scrutiny drive. This measure aims to prevent further incidents and ensure that rented properties are not misused for illegal activities.
Police have emphasized that landlords must take responsibility for their tenants and report any suspicious behavior immediately. The advisory also warns that strict legal action will be taken against property owners who fail to comply with tenant verification norms.
Broader Implications
The incident has highlighted the growing concern over drug abuse among young people in Kolkata. Police have vowed to intensify crackdowns on illegal drug operations and house parties that promote substance abuse. Residents have welcomed the police action but have called for sustained efforts to curb the menace.
