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Time of India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Himachal Pradesh government takes strict action against drug related activities among employees and launches anti drug campaign
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday sounded the alarm over the growing nexus between drug traffickers and govt staff, revealing that more than 80 state employees — including police officers — face legal proceedings for drug-related offences. S peaking at the 12th HP Police Half Marathon in Shimla, Sukhu said the state govt was preparing a large-scale anti-drug operation, including the possible amendment of the police manual to enhance accountability within the force. "Even those expected to uphold the law are falling prey to the drug menace," the CM said. "We are mapping the problem down to the panchayat ward level to carry out targeted interventions." Sukhu announced that the state will raise a special task force to intensify the crackdown, with recruitment in progress already. As part of the effort, 500 new police posts will be created to bolster enforcement. He also underscored a dual strategy combining strict law enforcement with a compassionate approach towards drug victims. The govt has invoked the PIT-NDPS Act — which Sukhu claimed had remained dormant under the previous BJP govt — to detain habitual offenders. Of the 40 preventive detention orders approved under the Act, 36 were issued this year. In a further sign of zero-tolerance, the state has demolished properties of seven convicted drug peddlers and is pursuing similar action against others. During the event, the CM also felicitated winners across various categories of the half marathon, including men's, women's, and senior citizens aged 75 and above. MSID:: 122143816 413 |
Hans India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Himachal set to launch statewide anti-drug campaign, says CM Sukhu
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Sunday said the government is preparing to launch a large-scale statewide anti-drug campaign. 'Mapping is being conducted at the panchayat ward level to facilitate targeted intervention,' he said, adding the government is also forming a Special Task Force to clamp down on drug trafficking. Additionally, 500 new posts will be filled in the Police Department to strengthen enforcement efforts. 'Youth are the future of our nation, and protecting them from the menace of drugs is a collective responsibility,' said the Chief Minister, reiterating the government's policy of zero tolerance towards drug abuse. The Chief Minister was speaking after the facilitation ceremony of the 12th HP Police Half Marathon in Shimla. He honoured winners of the marathon, which featured participation in men, women, and senior citizens' (75 plus) categories. Expressing concern over the involvement of government employees in drug-related activities, the Chief Minister said strict action has been taken against 80 government employees. He said even police personnel have been found involved in drug trafficking activities, adding the government is considering to amend the police manual to ensure greater accountability within the force. The CM said the state is working on a two-pronged strategy -- strict enforcement and a sensitive approach towards victims. The government has implemented the PIT-NDPS Act, which was not enforced during the previous BJP government's five-year tenure. Under this Act, 40 detention orders have been approved, 36 of which were issued this year. The government has also demolished properties belonging to seven drug peddlers and is actively pursuing action against others, he added. Also, the state has passed the HP Anti-Drugs Act, which distinguishes between offenders and victims. He urged parents to maintain open communication with their children and educate them about the harmful effects of drugs.
Hindustan Times
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Himachal govt to launch massive anti-drug campaign shortly: CM Sukhu
Jun 29, 2025 07:24 PM IST Chief minister (CM) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday said that is preparing to launch a large-scale anti-drug campaign in the near future. 'Mapping is being conducted at the panchayat ward level to facilitate targeted intervention,' he stated. People during the 12th Half Marathon organised by the Himachal Pradesh Police Department on The Ridge in Shimla on Sunday. (ANI) He was at the 12th HP Police Half Marathon in Shimla organised by police department in Shimla. Sukhu felicitated the winners of the marathon, which featured participation in men's, women's, and senior citizens' (75+ years) categories. Addressing the gathering, the CM expressed serious concern over the involvement of government employees in drug-related activities. He said that strict action has already been taken against 80 government employees facing legal proceedings so far. He said even police personnel have been found involved in drug trafficking activities and added that the state government is considering to amend the Police Manual to ensure greater accountability within the force. The CM said that the government is preparing to launch a large-scale anti-drug campaign in the near future. 'Mapping is being conducted at the panchayat ward level to facilitate targeted intervention,' he stated. The government is also forming a special task force to clamp down on drug trafficking and recruitment process is already underway. Additionally, 500 new posts will be filled in the police department to strengthen enforcement efforts, he added. 'Youth are the future of our nation, and protecting them from the menace of drugs is a collective responsibility,' said the CM, reiterating the government's policy of zero tolerance towards drug abuse.
