Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Maharashtra Intensifies Anti-Drug Efforts, Targets Repeat Offenders
The Maharashtra government is stepping up its fight against drugs.
They plan to use a tough law, MCOCA, against people caught with drugs multiple times.
They also want special courts to speed up cases.
The government is setting up dedicated police teams and working with other states to catch drug dealers.
They're also planning to improve help centers for those struggling with addiction.
Maharashtra to use MCOCA against repeat drug offenders.
Fast-track courts requested for severe drug trafficking cases.
NDPS units established in every police station across Maharashtra.
Increased coordination between states for tackling drug trafficking.
Government plans to improve de-addiction centers.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- What
- Maharashtra to strengthen anti-drug measures.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To combat rising drug trafficking and support rehabilitation.
Effectiveness vs. Resources
Rehabilitation
Effectiveness of Current Measures
Effectiveness vs. Resources
Concerns about the effectiveness of current law enforcement.
Rehabilitation
Government is committed to improving coordination and increasing resources.
- Proposed Action
- Use MCOCA against repeat offenders
- Court Request
- Fast-track courts for severe cases
- NDPS Units
- Established at every police station
- Cases in 2022
- 303
- Cases in 2023
- 642
- Cases in 2024 (so far)
- 545
Sources
Govt to amend existing laws so that MCOCA is invoked against drug peddlers: CM Fadnavis
Govt to amend laws for invoking MCOCA against drug peddlers: Fadnavis
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