Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday declared that a “historic movement” against narco-terrorism has taken root across Jammu and Kashmir, revealing that over 1,100 drug smugglers have been arrested and more than 1,000 FIRs registered during the 55-day Nasha-Mukt Jammu Kashmir campaign.
Sinha joined the ‘Nasha-Mukt Jammu Kashmir Campaign’ in Ganderbal. He also joined people from all walks of life in the Padyatra and addressed a powerful crowd.
“Having now visited every district in Kashmir Valley & stood with each march, I can say that a historic movement against narco-terrorism has risen,” the Lieutenant Governor said in his address to the people on the occasion.
He said in the past 55 days, 1,036 FIRs have been registered, 1,128 drug smugglers arrested, more than 100 properties of smugglers attached, nearly 700 driving licences cancelled, and recommendations made to cancel the passports of 130 drug smugglers.
“Fifty-five days ago, from the soil of Jammu, I declared that enough is enough. What began as a war against drugs and narco-terrorism has now ignited into a true people’s movement, a movement born of courage, sustained by spirit, and driven by the collective will of ordinary citizens. Today, that resolve stands stronger than ever,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor assured the proper rehabilitation of those who have fallen into drug addiction.
“With compassion and dignity, we will help them return to the mainstream of society. Through treatment, counselling, and new employment opportunities, we are opening new doors. People must remember that this is not simply a government programme, but it is a social revolution. Together, we will ensure that no drug smugglers or peddlers ever find a place in Jammu and Kashmir.
“This is not simply a matter of ordinary crime, but it is also a question of national security and a direct threat to the very survival of our society. The narco-terrorists, whether sitting in neighbouring countries or operating inside Jammu and Kashmir, are enemies of our people. They are enemies of our children. They are enemies of our progress. Let me make it clear that narco-terrorists operating in Jammu and Kashmir will have to pay a heavy price,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor further observed that the administration will ensure that those who have harmed our youth face justice so severe that the world will remember their punishment.
The Lieutenant Governor called upon mothers, sisters, and daughters to rise as protectors of our villages, cities and neighbourhoods. He also called upon the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to stand as guardians of their schools and colleges.