Lieutenant Governor today Joined Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Padyatra in Shopian With unwavering voices, citizens from all walks of life vowed that narcotics‑terrorists will be driven out from every corner of UT: LG Sinha This collective resolve heralds the dawn of a new era. From every lane and by‑lane of UT, voices are rising in unison, demanding that not a single drug smuggler be spared. What began 43 days ago in Jammu has now surged into a powerful grassroots movement, echoing across communities with unstoppable force: LG Sinha Lieutenant Governor said that united by a single purpose and a common goal, millions across Jammu Kashmir are determined to eradicate narcotics‑terrorism from this land of paradise It is now firmly etched in the minds of our people that this is not a distant issue but a challenge confronting us at our very doorstep, one we must face head‑on with courage and resolve: LG Lieutenant Governor observed that the poison of drugs is diverting our youth from the path of progress. He said terrorist groups use proceeds from drugs to buy weapons, and with those weapons the blood of ordinary Kashmiris is being spilled Today I want to state unequivocally: whether an official or anyone in public life, if they are in any way connected to the drug network or lend it support, they will face strict legal consequences. I assure the people that if even the slightest trace of this infection has seeped into our system, it will be mercilessly cut out without hesitation: LG Sinha

seized. About 5,641 drug stores were inspected; licenses of 268 stores were suspended or cancelled, and FIRs filed against 6 drug stores.

 

A comprehensive rehabilitation policy is also being prepared. The Lieutenant Governor said that our aim is not only to free addicted youth through de‑addiction programs but also to reintegrate them into the mainstream by providing employment and jobs.