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Crime
Supreme Court flags growing drug crisis in Punjab
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🗓 09 Sep 2026, 07:39 AM
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The Supreme Court has voiced alarm over the escalating drug problem in Punjab, urging authorities to address the surge.
The apex court of India has formally expressed concern about the rising tide of drug abuse in the state of Punjab. In a recent statement, the bench highlighted the accelerating spread of narcotics and its impact on youth and communities.
The court's remarks come amid mounting evidence that the drug trade is intensifying across the region, prompting calls for stronger enforcement and rehabilitation measures. While specific directives were not detailed, the judiciary signaled that it will monitor the situation closely and may intervene if necessary.
Law enforcement agencies and state officials are expected to respond to the court's concerns by reviewing existing strategies and exploring additional steps to curb the menace. The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the seriousness with which the nation views the drug challenge in Punjab.
The court's remarks come amid mounting evidence that the drug trade is intensifying across the region, prompting calls for stronger enforcement and rehabilitation measures. While specific directives were not detailed, the judiciary signaled that it will monitor the situation closely and may intervene if necessary.
Law enforcement agencies and state officials are expected to respond to the court's concerns by reviewing existing strategies and exploring additional steps to curb the menace. The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the seriousness with which the nation views the drug challenge in Punjab.