A BATTLE INDIA MUST WIN: MHA'S ANTI-NARCOTICS STRATEGY TO DECIMATE THE MENACE

India, a land of extraordinary diversity and deep-rooted traditions, has long been celebrated for its resilience and unity in the face of adversity.

- PROF. RAGHAVENDRA P. TIWARI

India's Legacy of Resilience and Collective Spirit

From the snow-capped Himalayas to the coastal shores, the strength of the Bharatiya spirit is reflected in every village, town, and city. Our farmers, soldiers, educators, scientists, and entrepreneurs form the lifeblood of a nation that thrives on collective wisdom and progress. Amidst commendable progress in holistic development and innovation, India continues to navigate the complex challenge of drug abuse and trafficking. In fact, drug menace does not discriminate—it affects cities and villages, the affluent and the poor, the educated and the vulnerable alike. It fractures families, undermines productivity, and the future of our youth becomes at stake.

Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Government of India, under the sagacious leadership of Shri Amit Shah, has launched a comprehensive, multi-pronged war against drugs. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the approach reflects a national resolve to protect our communities, uphold our values, and build a healthier, drug-free India to actualise PM Modi's vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.

A National Crisis Demands a National Strategy

Drug abuse is no longer a regional issue—it is a national concern that spans from the border districts of Punjab and Manipur to metropolitan centres like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Traffickers exploit porous borders, digital platforms, and inter-state transport to fuel a trade that thrives on addiction and despair.