Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Links Drug Trafficking to Terrorism
Terror, drugs two hands of same enemy, says J&K lieutenant governor
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Manoj Sinha, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasized that drug trafficking is intertwined with terrorism during a campaign event in Budgam. He announced the formation of a 'parents brigade' to combat substance abuse and issued a 30-day ultimatum to police to crack down on drug cartels, asserting that the fight against narcotics is crucial for national security.
- 01Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha links drug trafficking to terrorism, stating they are 'two hands of the same enemy.'
- 02A 'parents brigade' will be formed to help identify and combat substance abuse.
- 03Sinha issued a 30-day ultimatum for police to dismantle drug cartels in Jammu and Kashmir.
- 04He emphasized the need for social compassion and support for addiction victims.
- 05The Jammu and Kashmir Police seized assets worth ₹1.2 crore linked to drug trafficking.
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During a padyatra in Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha declared that the fight against narcotics is an extension of the war on terrorism, asserting that drug trafficking and terror funding are intertwined. He pointed out that Pakistan is a major source of drug smuggling into the region, which undermines the aspirations of the youth and poses a national security threat. To combat this issue, Sinha announced the creation of a voluntary 'parents brigade' aimed at identifying early signs of substance abuse and providing support to affected families. He urged society to eliminate the stigma surrounding addiction, emphasizing the importance of community involvement alongside law enforcement. Furthermore, Sinha issued a 30-day ultimatum to police in the Kashmir Valley to dismantle drug cartels, warning that major smugglers' financial activities are being closely monitored. In a demonstration of this commitment, the Jammu and Kashmir Police recently attached property worth ₹1.2 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.
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The initiative aims to protect the youth of Jammu and Kashmir from drug addiction, which is seen as a threat to national security and the future workforce.
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