Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 23: The Jammu Province Bachao Manch (JBM), led by its Chairman Ashok Sharma (Adv), former MLA/MLC called for initiating strict Government action against drug menace in the region.
Manch held an interaction session at Ban Talab, in Jammu North to discuss the growing menace of drug- menace. The interaction aimed to create awareness and take a stand against the alarming issue of drug trafficking from Pakistan, which is severely impacting the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sharma addressed the attendees, stating that drugs are one of the most dangerous weapons capable of annihilating communities and entire nations by preying on the youth. “It’s high time Pakistan mends its ways and ceases its support for drug trafficker who threaten our borders and our future. The Indian Government must take this grave issue seriously and engage with Pakistan to halt this menace,” he urged, calling for action at international forums to hold Pakistan accountable.
Highlighting the urgent need for safety measures, Sharma demanded that the Government of India provide secure bunkers for the border residents to ensure their safety during cross-border firing incidents.
He also advocated for Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for farmers in border areas, seeking to offer them some form of economic respite amidst ongoing turmoil.
Dr Kuldeep Sharma, chief spokesperson of JBM, echoed the sentiments of urgency, warning parents about the rampant drug abuse that could ensnare their children. We must come together to combat this menace before it envelops our youth entirely.
Secretary general Ch Gharu Ram, ex-Minister, and vice-Chairman Satish Poonchi stressed the need for the Government to dismantle the network of drug-peddlers operating in J&K and distributing drugs among the local youth. He emphasized that the administration must take a hard stance against those encouraging drug trafficking in Jammu.
Executive member KYS Manhas, former Principal District & Sessions Judge (Retd), called for the reinstatement of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir as a catalyst for addressing numerous local issues, including rising drug trafficking and crime rates.
Vice Chairman advocate Usman Salaria asked the government to come up with a particular policy to contain the drug-menace in the Jammu & Kashmir as it is posing serious threat to the society and nation.
Several other members also spoke on the occasion.
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