Jammu and Kashmir Launches Crackdown on Drug Smugglers with New Campaign
J&K LG says admin will confiscate property, revoke passports, Aadhar cards and freeze accounts of drug smugglers
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Manoj Sinha, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, announced a stringent crackdown on drug smugglers, including confiscation of property and freezing of accounts. The initiative, titled 'Drug Free J&K,' aims to combat drug abuse through a 100-day campaign involving community engagement and strict enforcement measures.
- 01The administration will confiscate property and freeze bank accounts of drug smugglers.
- 02A 100-day campaign titled 'Drug Free J&K' will focus on awareness and community engagement.
- 03Look Out Circulars will be issued for absconding smugglers.
- 04The campaign emphasizes collective action against drug addiction as a societal issue.
- 05New rules for rehabilitation centers have been established to ensure proper support for addiction recovery.
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of Jammu and Kashmir has initiated a comprehensive campaign titled 'Drug Free J&K' aimed at eradicating drug smuggling and abuse in the region. During a launch event in Jammu, Sinha outlined that the administration will take severe actions against drug smugglers, including the confiscation of property, revocation of licenses and passports, and freezing of bank accounts. This initiative is part of a 100-day campaign that will unfold in six phases, focusing on community engagement, awareness drives, and strict law enforcement. Sinha emphasized that drug addiction is a collective crisis that requires public participation and responsibility. He also mentioned the issuance of Look Out Circulars for those evading the law, asserting that the full force of the law will be directed at dismantling drug networks. Additionally, he announced new regulations for rehabilitation centers to ensure they provide adequate support to individuals affected by addiction. The campaign is designed to transform societal attitudes towards drug use and foster a united front against this pressing issue.
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The crackdown on drug smugglers aims to reduce drug-related issues in communities, improving public safety and health.
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