The Supreme Court of India has raised alarms over the escalating drug abuse crisis in Punjab, with Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi highlighting the devastating human cost of narcotics addiction. During a hearing, the bench referred to a heartbreaking news report about a mother who lost her fifth son to drugs, underscoring the urgency of the situation. The judges indicated that both structural and policy-level interventions might be needed, and they suggested that the involvement of the central government could become necessary. They criticized the current law enforcement practices, noting that while minor offenders are frequently apprehended, major traffickers and influential figures behind the drug trade often evade justice. The situation, particularly in cities like Ludhiana, has reached alarming proportions, necessitating a comprehensive response to combat the crisis effectively.