Amit Shah Inaugurates NCB Office in Chhattisgarh

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Narcotics Control Bureau's regional office in Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, emphasizing the urgent need to dismantle the illegal narcotics trade, which he described as a significant threat to national security and the economy. He stated that the funds from this illicit trade promote terrorism and left-wing extremism, and he urged a comprehensive approach involving drug detection, network destruction, detention of offenders, and rehabilitation of addicts. Shah reaffirmed Prime Minister Modi's commitment to a drug-free India by 2047, noting that this goal has become a shared resolve among citizens. He called for a united front against narcotics, highlighting the importance of a zero-tolerance policy. Additionally, he launched the “Peepal for People” environmental initiative, reinforcing the government's commitment to community engagement. Shah's statements reflect a growing acknowledgment of the drug issue as a global challenge requiring coordinated efforts.