Plan finalised to crackdown on drugs: Sharjeel
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The Sindh government has finalised a plan for a comprehensive crackdown on drugs and drug traffickers across the province.
This was announced at a high-level meeting convened with Sindh Minister for Excise, Taxation, Narcotics Control, Sharjeel Inam Memon in the chair.
During the meeting, Sharjeel announced the formation of specialised teams comprising proficient officers to lead the operation. Emphasising the need for an intensified effort, Sharjeel asserted that the enforcement action against drug trafficking would be escalated significantly.
Addressing the pressing issue, the minister underscored the imperative of rescuing the youth from the grip of drug peddlers.
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He announced plans to recognise and reward officers demonstrating exceptional performance in the campaign.
The minister pledged daily vigilance and a concerted effort to eradicate the drug menace from society.
He emphasised not only the crackdown on drug dealers but also the importance of raising awareness among the youth about harmful effects of drugs.
The meeting was attended by Secretary Excise Atifur Rahman, DG Excise Aurangzeb, DG Excise Admin Riaz Khoso, and other senior officials.
Published in The Express Tribune, March 20th, 2024.