The Centre is working on changes to the NDPS Act in an effort to strengthen India’s fight against illegal drug trafficking and prevent organised narcotics networks from exploiting gaps in the existing law.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that certain weaknesses in the current legal framework have been used by drug syndicates to escape strict action. He stressed the need for reforms that would make investigations and prosecutions more effective.
Speaking at the 10th high-level meeting of the Narcotics Coordination Centre (NCORD) in New Delhi, Shah highlighted the importance of stronger cooperation between central agencies, state governments and law enforcement departments in tackling the drug menace.
The Home Minister said that combating narcotics requires more than just registering cases and making seizures. He called for faster information sharing, improved investigation mechanisms and better use of technology to track drug networks.
Shah also asked states to submit their recommendations regarding changes needed in the NDPS Act. These suggestions, he said, would help the government create a stronger legal system capable of dealing with evolving methods used by international and domestic drug syndicates.
According to government data cited during the meeting, drug seizures have increased significantly over the years. Authorities have intensified operations against trafficking networks, focusing on disrupting supply chains and targeting those involved in organised drug crimes.
The Home Minister said that NCORD meetings should focus more on measurable outcomes and follow-up action. He stressed that decisions taken during such meetings should be reviewed regularly to ensure effective implementation.
The government has also been focusing on improving coordination among investigation agencies, police forces and other departments involved in narcotics control.
Officials said the fight against drugs remains a major priority due to its impact on national security, public health and young people. The Centre is working on a multi-pronged approach involving stronger enforcement, awareness programmes and improved monitoring systems.
