Jammu is witnessing an intensified crackdown on narcotics under the ‘Nasha Mukt Abhiyan,’ a 100-day initiative aimed at eradicating drug abuse. Jammu Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Joginder Singh has issued a stern warning regarding accountability within the police force, emphasizing that any police station area must be free of both drug peddlers and complicit officers.
The SSP has characterized the escalating drug problem as a deliberate conspiracy orchestrated by a hostile nation, with the intention of pushing society into addiction. He highlighted the rapid expansion of the illegal drug trade, noting the alarming rate at which new individuals, approximately eight to ten every minute, are becoming involved in peddling, particularly in the distribution of ‘chitta,’ a form of adulterated heroin. Sources indicate to TahirRihat.com that this alarming trend is being addressed with utmost urgency across all levels of law enforcement and government agencies.
The anti-drug campaign, initiated on March 11 by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, is being implemented with unwavering commitment, adopting a zero-tolerance approach towards narcotics (the SSP told reporters). The campaign encompasses a multifaceted strategy involving rigorous enforcement, widespread public awareness initiatives, and comprehensive rehabilitation programs. Encouragingly, there are indications of progress, with some individuals voluntarily surrendering and families seeking assistance from authorities. The SSP emphasized the importance of open dialogue about these issues within every household, noting that such discussions were previously avoided.
Law enforcement measures are being broadened to incorporate the revocation of licenses, blacklisting of vehicles, thorough scrutiny of government benefits, and financial investigations targeting illicit assets. The SSP underscored the alarming rate of increase in drug peddling, stating the speed at which new peddlers are emerging is extremely high. According to the SSP, properties linked to drug-related activities have been subject to demolition or attachment in previous stages of the campaign, and similar actions will continue.
He asserted that the drug menace constitutes a significant conspiracy by an enemy nation, aimed at plunging the entire society into addiction. The SSP appealed for the support of all community members to eliminate the threat. Addressing the influx of contraband into Jammu, he stated that authorities will target the entire supply chain and take decisive action. Clear directives have been issued stipulating that in any police station’s jurisdiction, either the drug peddler or the SHO will be removed from their position (the SSP confirmed).
The public has been urged to actively participate in the ongoing 100-day campaign. The stated goal is clear—to dismantle the entire drug network, ensure the complete eradication of active peddlers, and facilitate the rehabilitation of victims to reintegrate them into society. The SSP emphasized that the fight against drug abuse has reached a critical juncture and must be decisively concluded.
The SSP noted that addiction often drives individuals to commit crimes such as theft, eventually leading them into drug peddling, thereby perpetuating a vicious cycle that sustains the illegal trade. He stressed the urgency of rescuing the youth from this trap at any cost, asserting that this can only be achieved through collective societal effort. A stern warning was issued to those contemplating continued involvement in illegal drug activities by evading law enforcement, advising them that they are making a grave error. The SSP emphasized that no individual involved in drug trafficking, regardless of their level of involvement, will be spared. He also assured that innocent individuals will not be subjected to unwarranted harassment during these operations.
Tahir Rihat (also known as Tahir Bilal) is an independent journalist, activist, and digital media professional from the Chenab Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He is best known for his work as the Online Editor at The Chenab Times.