Madesh Province Police Launch Campaign Against Drug Abuse
Summary
Madesh Province Police have launched a campaign focused on identifying, rehabilitating, and reintegrating drug users amid increasing drug inflow across the open border with India, particularly affecting the youth.
Key Points
- Madesh Province Police launched the 'Drug User Identification and Rehabilitation Campaign 2083' focusing on control and rehabilitation of drug users.
- The open border with India facilitates drug smuggling, particularly affecting youth in border districts like Mahottari, Dhanusha, Sarlahi, Siraha, and Parsa.
- Police are coordinating with Indian security agencies to increase joint surveillance and have set up checkpoints using drug test kits at entry points.
- Local communities and officials emphasize multidimensional efforts including mental health services, family support, and government-provided free treatment and rehabilitation.
- Provincial government authorities are committed to tightening border security and increasing awareness programs to reduce drug abuse in the region.
