Evaluate 100 days of drug-free J&K campaign
Says 2,581 drug traffickers arrested, 1,431 kg of narcotics including 23.29 kg heroin seized, over Rs 188.89 Cr assets confiscated
Srinagar, Jul 21: Reaffirming the Government’s resolve to neutralize drug cartels and narco-terror networks that target youth, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that dismantling illicit trafficking ecosystems, enhancing public awareness, and providing robust rehabilitation to help affected individuals are the top priorities of the administration.
Addressing the valedictory function of the 100-day ‘Drug-Free J&K campaign’ at SKICC here, the Lieutenant Governor said, “The first 100 days of the campaign laid the foundation for the rigorous path ahead. The road ahead will certainly be tough, but our resolve to completely wipe out narco-terrorism is stronger than ever.”
He said, “We are determined to neutralise the drug cartels and narco-terror networks that target our youth. We continue to strengthen our key priorities of dismantling illicit trafficking ecosystems, enhancing public awareness, and providing robust rehabilitation to help affected individuals reintegrate into society.”
Terming the completion of 100 days of the ‘Drug-Free J&K campaign’ as a significant milestone, LG Sinha said, “It marks significant progress but our mission is far from complete.”
The Lieutenant Governor said that during this 100-day campaign, he traveled across every region of the Union Territory, connecting with communities in all 20 districts through Padyatra. He recalled meeting many parents burdened by fear for their children’s futures.
“Standing alongside families in their darkest moments allowed me to truly grasp the depth of their anguish. Yet amid that pain, I saw an unwavering hope of a shared conviction that our youth can break free from addiction and reclaim their lives. During my Padyatra, I saw both pain and courage. I witnessed despair and also glimpses of hope, and I can proudly say that such unprecedented public support for this campaign has never been seen in the history of Jammu Kashmir.
Padyatra in every district sent a strong message that we will not allow our youth or our future to be stolen. Over the past 100 days, we backed that resolve with decisive action. 2,581 drug traffickers arrested, nearly 1,431 kg of narcotics including 23.29 kg heroin seized, and over Rs. 188.89 crore in assets confiscated to cripple narco-terror financing.
By revoking hundreds of driving licences, vehicle registrations, recommending suspension of hundreds of passports and by taking action against non-compliant pharmacies, we have sent a clear message that no offender is above the law. Most importantly, thousands of young people have received treatment and are now rebuilding their lives in the mainstream,” he said.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that rehabilitation transforms lives, restores families, and secures our future. He observed that the administration will soon launch the “Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026,” starting with a pilot in the two sensitive districts of Jammu as well as Kashmir Division.
The Lieutenant Governor also called upon people to speak up against drug abuse. He said the government needs support of entire community.
The Lieutenant Governor felicitated outstanding performers and released a special DIPR-compiled Coffee Table Book, highlighting the widespread impact of Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Campaign.
The event also featured an impactful documentary screening by Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), an engaging short skit by J&K Academy of Art, Culture & Languages (JKAACL), and presentations by J&K Police and Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) J&K Chapter.
A Two- minute silence was observed in the memory of citizens who lost their lives in the recent natural calamities in J&K.
