Govt pursuing zero-tolerance policy against drugs: CM Bugti
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Friday said that the provincial government is pursuing a strict zero-tolerance policy against narcotics. On social media platform X, Mr Bugti said that over the past two years, law-enforcement agencies in Balochistan have seized and destroyed narcotics worth more than Rs133 billion. He described this achievement as a testament to the…
Balochistan's Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti announced on Friday that the provincial government is adopting a stringent zero-tolerance stance against narcotics. On the social media platform X, Bugti disclosed that over the past two years, law enforcement agencies in the region have seized and destroyed narcotics valued at over Rs133 billion.
Bugti described this accomplishment as proof of the government's unwavering commitment and the efficient operation of security forces in the fight against drug trafficking. During these operations, authorities confiscated and destroyed 1,638 kilograms of crystal meth (ice) and 620 kilograms of hashish. Moreover, more than 27,000 bottles and cans of foreign liquor and beer were also seized and destroyed.
Bugti stressed that the anti-narcotics drive extends beyond mere law enforcement; it is a comprehensive initiative to protect the future of Balochistan's youth. The government is dedicated to enhancing anti-narcotics measures while also addressing the social consequences of drug abuse. Bugti affirmed the government's resolve to create a secure, healthy, and drug-free society.
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