Amit Shah Calls on Punjab Government to Answer Over Jhoota Murder Case and Drug Trade

New Delhi – Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday directed the Punjab government to explain its handling of the drug trade, citing the high‑profile murder case in the village of Jhoota. Shah said the safety of citizens is a fundamental responsibility of the state and that the recent killing, allegedly connected to narcotics networks, underscores a lapse in law‑enforcement. He warned that the central government is prepared to intervene if the state does not take decisive action. The minister urged Punjab’s chief minister to provide a detailed response on steps being taken to dismantle drug syndicates and protect the public. No further details were released about any immediate measures pending the response.