Punjab Governor accuses Pakistan of using drugs to destabilize youth

Chandigarh: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has alleged that Pakistan is targeting India’s youth through drugs, aiming to create unrest in the country.

Speaking at Panjab University on Friday Kataria said, “Pakistan cannot fight us directly, so it has chosen the route of drugs to weaken our youth and foster rebellion.”

The Governor highlighted the evolving methods of drug smuggling, noting that Pakistan now uses small drones instead of larger ones.

Anti-drone systems are being deployed, with their number increasing from 8 to 26 recently, but he admitted that drug addiction has not been entirely eradicated.

Praising Punjab’s efforts in combating drugs, Kataria pointed out that the state’s narcotics conviction rate stands at 80-85%, compared to Rajasthan’s 23-28%. He also noted the significant quantity of drugs being seized in Punjab.

The event also saw the presence of National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar. Kataria emphasized that women play a crucial role in the fight against drugs, as they are often the most affected.

He commended the campaign against drugs launched by the NCW and Panjab University, adding that women’s involvement increases the chances of success in combating addiction.