People involved in drugs cases have no right to live in Andhra Pradesh: Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu
Guntur: Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has declared a war on ganja and drugs in the state, warning of serious consequences for those caught peddling or consuming these substances.
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Addressing a rally on the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Naidu stated that the assets of those involved in the drug trade will be seized, and the income generated will be utilized for anti-drug programmes and awareness campaigns.
The chief minister emphasized that the state govt will be ruthless in cracking down on individuals associated with the production, marketing, or consumption of drugs.
"People who are involved in drug cases have no right to live in Andhra Pradesh," he asserted. Naidu also announced that the govt would spend 2% of the total income from liquor sales to combat drug menace. He further stressed that public cooperation is key in making this mission a success.
"We are talking about Quantum Valley and Artificial Intelligence in Amaravati, aiming to compete globally. Issues of drug peddling creates obstacles.
I'm issuing an ultimatum to those involved in ganja cultivation and transport. Whether cultivated locally or brought from outside for sale, it won't be tolerated.
Naidu criticized the previous YSRCP govt for remaining silent on the issue and allegedly encouraging drug peddlers. He claimed that the YSRCP had deployed goons to attack the TDP office when they demanded a crackdown on the drug mafia. The chief minister highlighted the govt's efforts to combat drug abuse, including the constitution of a special task force called "Eagle" and the establishment of Eagle clubs in 4,786 schools and colleges.
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Naidu urged the public to support the govt's initiative and assured that their identities would be protected if they provided information about drug peddlers. He emphasized that public cooperation is crucial to the success of this mission and encouraged people to call 1972 and send messages about drug-related activities.
The chief minister also outlined the govt's measures to curb drugs, including the use of technology like drones and CCTV cameras to prevent crimes.
He warned those involved in ganja cultivation and transportation that their activities would no longer be tolerated and that the government would take strict action against them.
He further revealed plans to rehabilitate youth trapped in drug addiction. He said that 50% of ganja cultivated in India is from Odisha and AP mand added that the state govt will launch large-scale anti-drug campaigns. He said that they would set up fast-track courts for NDPS cases in Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Guntur, and Tirupati. Union minister Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, home minister Anitha, and other legislators were present.
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