U.P. Anti-Narcotics Task Force Likely to Have Wider Jurisdiction, Special Court

The jurisdiction of the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) is likely to be expanded, and a proposal to establish a special court for its cases is in the pipeline.

- HT Correspondent

LUCKNOW:

The move aims to improve coordination in narcotics-related operations across the state and facilitate the creation of a collective database.

During his visit to the ANTF headquarters to review its working on Thursday, the new director general of police (DGP), Rajeev Krishna, directed the ANTF officials to send the proposal to authorities concerned for jurisdiction expansion and the setting up of a special court in line with provisions available to other specialized state and central agencies, according to a press statement.

The objective is to strengthen the ANTF operational capabilities and enhance effectiveness in tackling the growing menace of narcotics trafficking, which poses a significant threat to the youth and society, the statement said.