Archive · 26 Sep 2025
NGO Alleges Drug Activity at Shillong Civil Hospital
Imagine a place where people go to get better, like a hospital.
An organization called HITO says that some people are selling drugs inside and around this hospital in Shillong.
They are also not happy with the government's plan to stop drug use, called the DREAM project, saying it isn't working well.
The government has set aside money to help with this problem.
Many young people in the area are addicted to drugs.
HITO points out that even though some places have rules to keep schools and hospitals safe from drugs, this hospital isn't safe.
An NGO, HITO, alleges drug peddling at Shillong Civil Hospital.
HITO criticizes the DREAM project's effectiveness.
10% of Meghalaya's population is affected by drug addiction.
Government earmarked Rs 50 crore for drug trafficking combat.
Tobacco products are sold openly near the hospital.
- Who
- HITO, an NGO, is making the allegations.
- What
- Allegations of drug peddling inside and outside Shillong Civil Hospital, and criticism of the DREAM project.
- When
- The allegations were made on Thursday, September 26.
- Where
- Shillong Civil Hospital, Meghalaya.
- Why
- HITO alleges the hospital is a hub for drug peddlers and criticizes the government's response to substance abuse.
- Organization
- Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organization (HITO)
- Allegation
- Shillong Civil Hospital is a hub for drug peddlers.
- Project Criticized
- Government’s DREAM project
- Affected Population
- 10% of Meghalaya's population is under drug addiction
- Average Age of Addiction
- 19 years
- Funds Allocated
- Rs 50 crore to combat drug trafficking.
- Rehabilitation Centres
- 10 with 15-20 beds each.