Police’s efforts to prevent illegal drug trafficking.

SUBARNAPUR —To achieve the goal of Drug-Free India Campaign and Drug-Free Odisha, the Boudh District Police is focusing on preventing the illegal trafficking, smuggling and use of drugs and creating public awareness. In this regard, Superintendent of Police Kuldeep Meena gave this information in a press conference today. Drug abuse destroys the future of the youth and has a deep impact on the family and society. To prevent this, the joint cooperation of the police, district administration, educational institutions, social organizations and the general public is very necessary. The emphasis is on taking strong steps as per the law against those involved in the illegal trafficking of drugs and making the youth aware about the ill effects of drugs.

In this context, the Odisha Police is implementing ‘Operation DAHAN’ to control drug-related crimes. Under this, steps are being taken to destroy the drugs seized under the NDPS Act at the approved place as per the legal process and prescribed rules and to curb the illicit trade of drugs.The Boudh District Police is committed to preventing the illicit trade and smuggling of drugs and to create a healthy, safe and drug-free society. In addition, the active role of people from all sections of the society is essential in providing motivation and necessary support to drug addicts without hating them. The District Police is requesting all the people, youth, guardians and educational institutions of Boudh district to cooperate in creating a drug-free society. The press meet was attended by SDPO Larens Routray, Boudh IIC Ranajit Muni and various media representatives.

The District Superintendent of Police has appealed to the public to report any information regarding illegal drug trafficking or smuggling to the nearest police station and to cooperate in creating a drug-free Boudh district. Report — Ugrasen Karmi.