Centre prepares three-year anti-narcotics plan, new verticals set up in federal agencies
India's Home Ministry is developing a three-year anti-drug action plan aimed at eradicating drug cartels and fugitives. The plan includes the establishment of new verticals in federal agencies and a nationwide list of drug lords. Prime Minister Modi has set a target for a drug-free India by 2047, which is being supported by various initiatives from the government.
- ▪The Union home ministry is working on a comprehensive anti-drug action plan targeting domestic cartels and overseas fugitives.
- ▪Nearly 150 key players involved in narcotics trafficking have been identified, with plans for their deportation.
- ▪By December 2026, every state intelligence bureau will have a dedicated vertical to track drug mafia.
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Centre prepares three-year anti-narcotics plan, new verticals set up in federal agenciesIndia's Home Ministry plans a three-year anti-drug action plan targeting cartels and fugitives, aiming for a drug-free nation by 2047.Published on: Jun 03, 2026 6:28 AM ISTBy Prawesh Lama, New DelhiShare viaCopy link The Union home ministry and central anti-narcotics agencies are working on a sweeping three-year action plan targeting domestic drug cartels, overseas fugitives, setting up new verticals in federal agencies, and preparing a nationwide list as part of the Centre’s push to make India drug-free by 2047, officials familiar with the matter said.
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