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Health
Rewa MP alleges 95% of households have substance users, spanning fathers to girls
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 04:20 PM
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The Member of Parliament from Rewa said that almost every household in the district has at least one person consuming intoxicants, cutting across gender and age groups.
Rewa MP made a striking claim that 95% of households in his constituency have at least one member using intoxicants. He highlighted that the problem is not limited to any single demographic, noting that fathers, sons and even girls are involved.
The MP did not provide a detailed survey but said the observation is based on his interactions with constituents and local officials. He warned that the widespread use of substances is eroding family structures and health.
Health authorities in Madhya Pradesh have not released official statistics to confirm the figure. Experts say that while substance abuse is a concern in many parts of the state, precise household penetration rates require systematic study.
The statement has sparked debate among local leaders, with some calling for immediate intervention programs and others urging caution before accepting the MP’s estimate.
If the claim proves accurate, it would underscore the need for intensified awareness campaigns, rehabilitation facilities, and stricter enforcement of existing drug control laws in the region.
The MP did not provide a detailed survey but said the observation is based on his interactions with constituents and local officials. He warned that the widespread use of substances is eroding family structures and health.
Health authorities in Madhya Pradesh have not released official statistics to confirm the figure. Experts say that while substance abuse is a concern in many parts of the state, precise household penetration rates require systematic study.
The statement has sparked debate among local leaders, with some calling for immediate intervention programs and others urging caution before accepting the MP’s estimate.
If the claim proves accurate, it would underscore the need for intensified awareness campaigns, rehabilitation facilities, and stricter enforcement of existing drug control laws in the region.