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Amit Shah Meets Families of Punjab's Drug Victims, Vows War on Addiction
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 05:01 PM
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah met with the families of individuals who died due to drug abuse in Punjab, reaffirming the government's commitment to combating the crisis.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a significant meeting in Punjab today, engaging directly with the families of citizens who have lost their lives to drug addiction. The visit underscores the central government's focus on addressing the severe drug crisis affecting the state.
During the interaction, the Home Minister listened to the grievances of the bereaved families, including those from Zota and Gulzar, who have been deeply impacted by the scourge of narcotics. The meeting served as a platform for the families to express their pain and seek assurance regarding stricter enforcement measures.
Amit Shah reiterated the government's resolve to fight the drug menace to the end. He emphasized that the state and central governments are working in tandem to curb the supply and demand of illegal substances in the region.
The visit is seen as a crucial step in the ongoing campaign against drug abuse in Punjab, aiming to provide support to affected families while signaling a tough stance against drug traffickers and dealers.
During the interaction, the Home Minister listened to the grievances of the bereaved families, including those from Zota and Gulzar, who have been deeply impacted by the scourge of narcotics. The meeting served as a platform for the families to express their pain and seek assurance regarding stricter enforcement measures.
Amit Shah reiterated the government's resolve to fight the drug menace to the end. He emphasized that the state and central governments are working in tandem to curb the supply and demand of illegal substances in the region.
The visit is seen as a crucial step in the ongoing campaign against drug abuse in Punjab, aiming to provide support to affected families while signaling a tough stance against drug traffickers and dealers.