Crackdown on Drugs: Punjab Police Sets Zero-Tolerance Deadline

The Punjab DGP has issued a deadline to district police chiefs to eliminate street drugs by May 31. Accountability will be fixed, and a performance review will follow. The police aim to sever drug supply chains and seek citizen aid in reporting traffickers. A recent campaign has led to numerous arrests.

In a significant move to combat drug proliferation, Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav has given district police chiefs a hard deadline to eradicate narcotics from the streets by May 31, with strict accountability measures set for officers from senior levels down to SHOs.

During a high-level meeting, DGP Yadav, together with top police officials, laid out a robust plan to dismantle drug supply networks statewide. Attendees, including senior police leadership, committed to applying rigorous strategies, ensuring all officers face performance reviews post-deadline.

The police have also intensified efforts at 755 identified drug hotspots, employing advanced technology and strategic operations. This is coupled with increased de-addiction initiatives. The ongoing 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign has already resulted in significant arrests and drug seizures since March 1.

(With inputs from agencies.)