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Crime
Punjab drug crisis deepens as elections loom, law‑and‑order under pressure
✍️ News18
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 03:46 AM
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With state elections approaching, Punjab’s drug problem has intensified, prompting heightened scrutiny of law‑and‑order measures.
Punjab is witnessing a surge in illicit drug consumption and trafficking as the state prepares for upcoming elections. Law‑and‑order officials say the heightened political activity has amplified concerns about public safety and the influence of narcotics on voters.
State police have stepped up raids on known drug hotspots, seizing substances and arresting suspects in several districts. The crackdown is being coordinated with local administration to demonstrate a firm response ahead of the polls.
Political parties and civil‑society groups are urging the government to address the crisis more comprehensively, warning that unchecked drug abuse could affect electoral outcomes and long‑term social stability.
State police have stepped up raids on known drug hotspots, seizing substances and arresting suspects in several districts. The crackdown is being coordinated with local administration to demonstrate a firm response ahead of the polls.
Political parties and civil‑society groups are urging the government to address the crisis more comprehensively, warning that unchecked drug abuse could affect electoral outcomes and long‑term social stability.