Supreme Court of India Urges Punjab to Target Major Drug Traffickers
Go after ‘big fish’, Supreme Court of India tells Punjab amid ‘alarming’ narcotics
Hindustan Times
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The Supreme Court of India criticized the Punjab government for failing to apprehend major drug traffickers, calling the rise in narcotics cases 'alarming.' The court emphasized the need for a strategic overhaul to combat the drug menace effectively, urging collaboration among stakeholders.
- 01Supreme Court highlights the alarming rise in narcotics cases in Punjab.
- 02Court urges Punjab to focus on major drug traffickers instead of minor peddlers.
- 03CJI Surya Kant criticizes police for prioritizing publicity over effective action.
- 04The Centre will provide ₹2 crore (approximately $240,000 USD) for judicial infrastructure.
- 05Exclusive courts for drug-related cases are to be established with state collaboration.
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During a recent hearing, the Supreme Court of India expressed serious concerns over the increasing number of narcotics cases in Punjab, labeling the situation as 'alarming.' Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasized the need for the Punjab government to target major drug traffickers, referred to as 'big sharks,' rather than focusing on minor offenders. The court criticized the Punjab police for being more interested in publicity than in effectively addressing the drug crisis. The court also discussed the establishment of exclusive courts for cases under special laws, including the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS). The Central government has pledged ₹2 crore (approximately $240,000 USD) to support judicial infrastructure, while the high courts are tasked with coordinating with the state to provide necessary facilities within a month.
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The Supreme Court's directives could lead to more effective drug enforcement in Punjab, potentially reducing drug-related incidents and improving community safety.
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