Bhagwant Mann: Day 391 of “Yudh Nashian Virudh” shows how Punjab’s anti-drug campaign has matured. What started as a hard crackdown now moves with balance. It hits traffickers firmly while offering a way out for those trapped in addiction.
Police didn’t slow down. On a single day, teams arrested 137 smugglers and seized heroin, opium, poppy husk, and thousands of intoxicant tablets. They also recovered drug-linked cash. These aren’t random actions. Officers now rely more on intelligence-led operations, which means fewer gaps for traffickers to exploit.
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But enforcement tells only half the story.
The campaign also treats addiction as a health issue. Many users aren’t criminals. They’re caught in a cycle they can’t break alone. So, authorities have stepped in with counselling and de-addiction support. Across districts, more people now receive treatment and guidance to rebuild their lives.
At the same time, communities have started to push back. Schools, panchayats, and local groups actively spread awareness. Initiatives like village-level vigilance teams help identify problem areas early. That local involvement changes the game. It turns a police drive into a people’s movement.
Bhagwant Mann: This shift matters.
Punjab isn’t just chasing seizures anymore. It’s trying to protect its youth and repair its social fabric. Strong action continues against drug networks, yet there’s also empathy for those struggling.
That mix of firmness and compassion gives the campaign real staying power.
