India's War on Drugs: A Vision for a Secure Future

The Modi government is intensifying efforts to eliminate narcotics from India, as emphasized by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Second National Conference of Anti-Narcotics Task Force heads. Shah highlighted the urgent need to boost action against drug cartels to achieve a drug-free nation by the envisioned year of 2047.

During the conference organized by the Narcotics Control Bureau, Shah reiterated Prime Minister Modi's vision of transforming India into a secure, fully developed superpower. He stressed the crucial role of the youth and the imperative to shield them from the influence of drugs, drawing attention to regions near India that significantly supply narcotics.

Shah called for an all-encompassing attack on drug cartels, which operate at entry points, distribute within states, and retail locally. The government, actively cooperating with various departments, including the GST and financial institutions, aims to dismantle drug diversion networks. The destruction of narcotics worth Rs 4,794 crore marks a significant step forward.

(With inputs from agencies.)