Punjab Government to Launch Major Crackdown on Drugs

Chandigarh/Jalandhar – Nazrana Times Bureau

In a bid to rid Punjab of the menace of drugs, the state government has decided to launch a large-scale anti-drug campaign in the coming days.

Sharing details about the initiative, a spokesperson for the Punjab government stated that on the directives of the Chief Minister, Chief Secretary K.A.P. Sinha has issued strict instructions to all Deputy Commissioners across the state. In his letter, the Chief Secretary has directed them to ensure the complete eradication of drugs from their respective districts.

He further instructed the Deputy Commissioners to ensure that all rehabilitation and de-addiction centers are adequately stocked with essential supplies such as Buprenorphine, testing kits, and necessary medical staff.

Chief Secretary has emphasized that preparations should be carried out on a war footing to eliminate drug-related issues. He urged all Deputy Commissioners to devise a well-structured action plan and personally oversee its implementation. Any negligence in this mission will lead to strict disciplinary action.

Additionally, he announced that he will personally monitor the progress of the campaign. Meanwhile, IAS officer Sandeep Kumar will conduct inspections of all rehabilitation centers and submit direct reports on any shortcomings.