Amit Shah's Vision for a Drug-Free India: A Determined Strategy Against Narcotics

Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the global challenge of illegal narcotics trade, urging strategic measures to combat it. He emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pledge for a drug-free India by 2047, stressing the importance of detection, network destruction, detention, and rehabilitation. The drug issue in Chhattisgarh was specifically addressed.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has identified the illegal narcotics trade as not just a national, but a global challenge. Addressing a gathering in Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, Shah emphasized that India could only combat this menace with determination and a robust strategy.

Shah outlined the critical need for a four-pronged approach: drug detection, network destruction, culprit detention, and addict rehabilitation. He aligned this with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a drug-free India by 2047, marking the 100th year of the nation's independence. 'The pledge for a drug-free India is essential for achieving a prosperous, safe, and glorious country,' he reiterated.

The Minister expressed concern over the narcotics threat in Chhattisgarh, noting that the state has higher-than-average use of sedatives and ganja. These areas of concern underline the need for a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs. Shah also virtually inaugurated the zonal office of the Narcotics Control Bureau in Nava Raipur to strengthen efforts in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)