J&K adopted zero-tolerance policy towards drugs, says LG

Jammu: Asserting that Jammu and Kashmir has adopted a policy of Zero Tolerance against drugs to make a drug-free Union Territory, the Lieutenant Manoj Sinha said that police, Civil Administration and people should work together to eliminate this menace.
“We have adopted a policy of Zero Tolerance against drugs to make a drug-free J&K. Police, Civil Administration and people should work together to eliminate this menace,” LG said while chairing a high-level meeting to review the functioning of Home Department.
The chair was briefed on security grid, establishment of Police Data Centre, modernization of Forensic capacities and other projects under Security Related Expenditure (SRE).
He directed the officials to ensure installation and operational efficiency of fire safety equipment in Government and public buildings.
The meeting also deliberated on the operationalization of Drug de-addiction centres and measures to tackle the drug menace.
He also discussed issues related to strengthening of Police and allied organisations. He also discussed measures taken by the department for implementation of new Criminal laws, which will come into effect from 1st July, 2024. He also instructed the Department for proper training of police personnel on new criminal laws.
He also emphasised on efficient prison management and also took stock of the progress of projects under PMDP.
The meeting was attended by Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Sh RR Swain, DGP J&K, Sh. Chandraker Bharti, Principal Secretary, Home Department, Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor and other senior officials.