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15 Villages in Punjab's Fatehgarh Sahib Declared Drug-Free
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 06:03 PM
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Authorities announced that fifteen villages in Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab have been officially declared free of narcotics, marking a significant step in the region’s anti‑drug drive.
District officials in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, confirmed that fifteen villages have been officially classified as drug‑free after a series of inspections and community surveys. The declaration was made public by Saand, a senior officer overseeing the anti‑narcotics programme in the district.
The verification process involved spot checks of local schools, health centres and market areas, as well as interviews with residents to ensure no illicit substances were being consumed or sold. Authorities also reviewed recent police reports and seizure data before granting the drug‑free status.
The move is being hailed as a milestone in Punjab’s broader effort to curb substance abuse, which has plagued several parts of the state for years. Officials said the success will be used as a model for neighboring districts, with plans to replicate the monitoring framework and launch awareness campaigns in other high‑risk areas.
Local community leaders welcomed the news, urging continued vigilance and cooperation with law‑enforcement agencies to sustain the achievement. The district administration has pledged regular follow‑up inspections to prevent any resurgence of drug activity.
The verification process involved spot checks of local schools, health centres and market areas, as well as interviews with residents to ensure no illicit substances were being consumed or sold. Authorities also reviewed recent police reports and seizure data before granting the drug‑free status.
The move is being hailed as a milestone in Punjab’s broader effort to curb substance abuse, which has plagued several parts of the state for years. Officials said the success will be used as a model for neighboring districts, with plans to replicate the monitoring framework and launch awareness campaigns in other high‑risk areas.
Local community leaders welcomed the news, urging continued vigilance and cooperation with law‑enforcement agencies to sustain the achievement. The district administration has pledged regular follow‑up inspections to prevent any resurgence of drug activity.