PDP leaders meet DGP

Srinagar, Sep 29: In a crucial meeting today, PDP leaders Iqbal Trumboo, Arif Laigaroo, and Zuhaib Yousf Mir met Director General of Police (DGP) J&K Nalin Prabat to address the escalating drug problem plaguing the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.

In a statement, PDP spokesperson said the discussion highlighted the alarming findings from a recent report by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, which estimates that over a million people in J&K are affected by drug abuse. The leaders emphasized the urgent need for comprehensive measures to combat this crisis.

According to the statement, DGP Prabat underscored the severity of the issue, stating that the drug problem in Jammu and Kashmir is as "menacing as terrorism." He assured the delegation that strict action would be taken against anyone involved in the drug menace, including common citizens or police personnel, with no exceptions.

Iqbal Trumboo focused on the importance of rehabilitation, advocating for the enhancement and expansion of police-run rehabilitation centers to support recovery efforts.

Arif Laigaroo raised concerns about the proliferation of diseases linked to drug abuse, calling for integrated health interventions to mitigate these secondary impacts.

Zuhaib Yousf Mir advocated for a nuanced, victim-centric approach, urging that young victims of drug addiction be treated with compassion rather than solely through punitive measures.

In response, DGP Prabat highlighted the need for moral policing, stronger collaboration with religious leaders, and fostering better familial ties to prevent and address the root causes of drug abuse in the region.

The meeting concluded on a positive note, with a shared commitment to collaborative efforts in eradicating the drug menace and safeguarding the future of J&K's youth.