{
  "id": 7898513,
  "title": "Himachal’s policy uncompromising toward those involved in illegal drug trade: CM Sukhu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/himachals-policy-uncompromising-toward-those-involved-in-illegal-drug",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T23:30:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/himachal-pradesh/himachals-policy-uncompromising-toward-those-involved-in-illegal-drug-trade-cm-sukhu/article71472541.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu of Himachal Pradesh declared on September 16, 2026, that there is no room for individuals involved in the illegal drug trade, often referred to as 'chitta', in the state. He made this assertion during an 'anti-chitta' awareness walkathon in Una district. Sukhu emphasized that the government's stance on combating drug trafficking is \"uncompromising\" and would result in stringent actions against those engaged in the trade.\n\nWhile acknowledging the police's role in dismantling drug networks, Sukhu stressed that eradicating the drug menace requires the involvement of families, friends, teachers, and society at large. He appealed to young people to report any instances of drug sales, urging them to be vigilant and not remain silent. The Chief Minister also promised compassionate support for individuals already struggling with addiction, aiming to help them recover and reintegrate into society.",
  "summary": "He also stated the government would “adopt a compassionate approach towards young people who had already fallen into addiction and extend every possible support to help them recover\"",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}