Archive · 21 Jul 2026
J&K Arrests 2,581 Drug Traffickers in 100-Day Anti-Drug Drive
In Jammu and Kashmir, a 100-day anti-drug campaign led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has resulted in the arrest of 2,581 drug traffickers and the seizure of over 1.43 tonnes of narcotics, including 23.29 kg of heroin.
The campaign also confiscated assets worth Rs 188.89 crore to disrupt narco-terror financing.
The government is committed to continuing the fight against drug cartels and narco-terror networks, with plans to expand rehabilitation and public awareness initiatives.
A new rehabilitation scheme will be launched, starting with a pilot in Jammu and Kashmir Division, focusing on medical care, education, employment, and long-term relapse prevention.
The government calls for community support to sustain the campaign's momentum and protect the youth from drug abuse.
Jammu and Kashmir's 100-day anti-drug campaign arrested 2,581 drug traffickers.
Over 1.43 tonnes of narcotics, including 23.29 kg of heroin, were seized.
Assets worth Rs 188.89 crore were confiscated to disrupt narco-terror financing.
The campaign included revoking driving licenses, vehicle registrations, and suspending passports.
A new rehabilitation scheme will be launched, starting with a pilot in Jammu and Kashmir Division.
- Who
- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and the Jammu and Kashmir administration
- What
- A 100-day anti-drug campaign resulting in the arrest of 2,581 drug traffickers and the seizure of narcotics worth Rs 188.89 crore
- When
- The campaign concluded recently, with the results announced on Tuesday
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- To combat drug abuse and narco-terrorism, and to rehabilitate affected individuals
Government Efforts
Drug Cartels
Effectiveness of Anti-Drug Campaign
Government Efforts
The government's 100-day anti-drug campaign has successfully arrested 2,581 traffickers and seized significant amounts of narcotics, demonstrating a strong commitment to combating drug abuse and narco-terrorism.
Drug Cartels
Drug cartels continue to operate and target youth, indicating that the campaign's impact may be limited and that more intensive efforts are needed to dismantle their networks.
- Number of Arrests
- 2,581
- Narcotics Seized
- Over 1.43 tonnes
- Heroin Seized
- 23.29 kg
- Assets Confiscated
- Rs 188.89 crore
- Rehabilitation Scheme
- Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026
- Pilot Districts
- Jammu and Kashmir Division
- Duration of Rehabilitation
- 3 years
- Phases of Rehabilitation
- Medical care and therapy, education and employment, long-term relapse prevention