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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Telangana stops issuing station bail for drug users: Addicts now sent to court, rehab centres; move aims to curb relapse, aid recovery
HYDERABAD: The Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) has stopped issuing station bail to people caught consuming drugs or possessing small quantities. Instead, they are now being produced before the court and sent to de-addiction centres for rehabilitation. The shift in policy came after police saw encouraging outcomes in six recent cases, including those involving students, where the individuals were booked under Section 27 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and denied station bail. Officials said the intervention helped prevent further substance abuse and put the individuals on a path to recovery. 'Earlier, we used to issue station bail to addicts. But in most cases, they immediately went back to consuming ganja or other drugs. Even their families were unable to stop them. Keeping this in mind, in recent cases, we have not issued station bail. Following due procedure, they are sent to de-addiction centres,' said TGANB director Sandeep Shandilya. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad All these cases were registered within the last one month. These individuals are produced before the court after submitting a petition under Section 64A of the NDPS Act, which allows immunity from prosecution to addicts who voluntarily seek treatment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Soluções confiáveis para centros de dados IA Siemens Energy Saiba Mais Undo Families of the accused are also informed. 'Even if someone is not addicted, if they are caught consuming drugs, it means they have access to them. By sending them to de-addiction centres, that access can be restricted. They also receive counselling and medical help, which can help break the habit at a nascent stage,' said Dr Srinivas SRRY, head of the psychiatry department and nodal officer, Addiction Treatment Facility, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital, Warangal.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Hyderabad rally: 5,000 students march against drugs; human chain formed, officials urge a drug-free future
HYDERABAD : More than 5,000 students from 100 educational institutions across Hyderabad took a collective stand against drug abuse on Wednesday, marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Organised by the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau and the department for the empowerment of persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and transgender persons, the event included awareness rally followed by a human chain formation at Necklace Road. Chanting slogans like 'say no to drugs', students aimed to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug use. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad 'We (students) are actually glad that we are being exposed to such awareness,' said T Chandrika, a class 7 student. 'We understood the drugs are a menace, not something cool as shown in the movies. Poll Should parents play a more active role in discussing drug use with their children? Yes, they should No, it's not necessary We're encouraged to report abuse if we see it.' TGANB director Sandeep Shandilya emphasised Telangana's tough stance. 'At a time when many nations are legalising drugs, Telangana is fighting back. We cannot afford to be passive. I urge everyone to help make the state drug-free.' CV Anand, Hyderabad commissioner of police, shared a personal reflection: 'In school, some of my friends offered cigarettes, but I have always said no. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo That one choice matters. Peer pressure is real, but stand your ground. Post-Covid, we have seen drug abuse even in the families of our officers. Children are getting involved. The CM is clear, not even a gram of drugs should enter our state.' 'If you know someone using drugs, call 1908. Don't stay silent. Choose discipline, stay drug-free and help others do the same,' said Anita Ramachandran, secretary of women and child development.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- The Hindu
Drug awareness week launched in Hyderabad
The Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB) launched 'Drug Awareness Week' today at the Command and Control Centre, Banjara Hills, with a large-scale inaugural event aimed at spreading awareness on the growing menace of drug abuse. The programme, which will continue until June 26, was formally inaugurated by Telangana DGP Jitender. He also visited awareness stalls set up by various departments and partner organisations working in the area of drug prevention and rehabilitation. The event saw a participation of nearly 2,000 students from 15 schools across the city. Senior officers addressed the gathering, highlighting the dangers of drug use and encouraging students to become ambassadors of a drug-free society. Nine departments and organisations, including Mission Parivarthana, the Institute of Mental Health, Asha Hospital, TGCSB, Women Safety Wing, Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK), and the City Security Councils of Cyberabad, Rachakonda, and Hyderabad, showcased their contributions through informative stalls. Students took a collective pledge to abstain from drugs and act as responsible 'Anti-Drug Soldiers' in their communities. The event drew a positive response from both students and attendees, with a clear emphasis on community-led awareness and vigilance. Several senior officials attended the event, including Director TGANB Sandeep Shandilya; Director, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) Shikha Goel; Additional Commissioner of Police (Law & Order), Hyderabad, Vikram Singh Mann; District Collector, Hyderabad Hari Chandana Dasari; Director, TGiCCC V.B. Kamalasan Reddy; DIG Hyderabad Admin Parimala Hana Nutan; and DIG, TGANB, Abhishek Mohanty. The public is encouraged to report drug-related concerns to the TGANB via the toll-free number 1908, WhatsApp on 87126671111, or email at tsnabho-hyd@ All information will be treated with strict confidentiality and credible informants may be rewarded.
Hans India
13-06-2025
- Hans India
DGP calls for zero-tolerance approach against drug menace
Hyderabad: Telangana State DGP Dr Jitender has declared the state's unwavering zero-tolerance stance on drugs, urging delegates to foster cooperation in curbing the drug menace. His call came during a crucial 'Convergence' meeting held on Thursday, which brought together drug law enforcement agencies from Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, along with various central and state bodies. Key to the pivotal convergence meeting were discussions on current trends, intelligence and operations, financial investigation, technology partnerships, and a joint action plan to combat illicit drug trade. Objectives deliberated during the session included assessing current regional trends in narcotic drug trafficking and emerging threats. Efforts were also made to facilitate intelligence sharing and enhance inter-agency coordination across state borders. The agenda also covered joint operations and coordinated field enforcement, building regional capacity through shared training, the use of advanced tools, and adherence to legal best practices. A structured inter-state action plan, complete with designated nodal officers and review mechanisms, was a significant outcome. Sandeep Shandilya, Director, TGANB, provided an overview of the current scenario of drug trafficking in Telangana. He appealed to the delegates to share information when dealing with inter-state cases and operations. He also advocated for identifying drug consumers and directing them to de-addiction centres through courts, in accordance with Section 64(A) of the NDPS Act.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Time of India
Agencies discuss mapping of drug trafficking routes & intelligence sharing
Hyderabad: During the first convergence meeting involving various anti-drug enforcement agencies in the country, held in Hyderabad on Thursday, it was decided to map drug trafficking routes and hotspot areas. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TG-ANB) Director Sandeep Shandilya said that the stakeholders are in the process of developing a common platform for intelligence exchange. "Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for handling trans-border operations, coordination in unravelling financial trails and financial assets of major players in drug trafficking, and the mode of assistance in sharing advanced technology tools, including forensics available with respective agencies, were discussed," Shandilya stated. At the meeting, senior officials from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) participated. During this meeting, police shared details of the 250 accused wanted from various states of India with the concerned state police. The meeting was inaugurated by the in-charge Director General of Police, Jitender.
