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Goa Govt Issues 501-Meter Drug-Free Zone Circular; Opposition Criticises
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Goa Govt Issues 501-Meter Drug-Free Zone Circular; Opposition Criticises

✍️ The Indian Express 🗓 29 Aug 2026, 09:37 PM 👁 28
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The Goa government has issued a circular designating a 501‑metre radius around certain areas as a drug‑free zone, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties.

The Goa government has issued a circular that designates a 501‑metre radius around specific locations as a drug‑free zone. The directive is intended to curb drug use in the affected areas. Opposition parties have slammed the move, arguing that the circular may be ineffective or overreaching. Critics also question the enforcement mechanisms and the clarity of the zones outlined in the notice. The government has yet to provide detailed guidelines on how the zone will be monitored and enforced.
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