Since Jan, over Rs 4.26 crore drugs seized in Nagaland

DIMAPUR: The Assam Rifles has seized drugs worth over Rs 4.26 crore in Nagaland since January 2023.
Disclosing this at an anti-drug awareness campaign organised by the Assam Rifles at Tetso College Chumoukedima on Friday, Brigadier SK Shukla, Commander, 6 Sector Assam Rifles, said to increase awareness, Inspector General of Assam Rifles (North), in collaboration with Kripa Foundation, has already conducted an anti-drug campaign in Kohima.He added that similar programmes in Tuensang, Mon and Mokokchung are also planned this month.
He assured that the Assam Rifles would always stand by the people of Nagaland in their efforts to eradicate the drug menace from society.
The anti-drug awareness campaign at Tetso College was aimed at eradicating drug addiction and abuse among the youth. Shukla said the menace of drug abuse is a global challenge that transcends borders, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
"It is a threat that undermines the very fabric of society, tearing apart families, eroding trust and robbing individuals of their potential. We must recognise that the fight against drug abuse is not merely a battle of policies and enforcement but a collective endeavour that requires the involvement of every member of society," he added.
Stating that education plays a pivotal role in our efforts to eradicate drug abuse, Shukla said it is through awareness and understanding that individuals are empowered to make informed choices.
He urged educational institutions, community organizations and families to undertake comprehensive drug education programmes to ensure that the youth are equipped with the knowledge and resilience to make healthy choices.
Highlighting the importance of law enforcement, he called on the gathering to support law-enforcement agencies in their mission to disrupt drug trafficking networks.