24th NCORD Meeting Held in Doda to Strengthen Anti-Drug Measures

 SEPTEMBER 30 : The 24th meeting under the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) mechanism was held today in the meeting hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office Doda, under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Harvinder Singh. SSP Doda, Mohd Aslam, served as the convener of the meeting. The agenda focused on critical issues such as illicit crop cultivation, identification of drug abuse hotspots, and the declaration of ‘Nasha Mukt Panchayats’ across the district.

 

During the meeting, concerned officers shared a list of new panchayats proposed to be declared as ‘Nasha Mukt Panchayats.’ The District Magistrate directed them to ensure the revalidation of previously declared ‘Nasha Mukt Panchayats’ as per the defined criteria to enhance the effectiveness of the anti-drug campaign. Strict vigilance was emphasized on all identified drug abuse hotspots, with instructions to intensify efforts to curb drug-related activities in these areas.

 

Furthermore, the District Magistrate directed the officers to enforce stringent measures to prevent the cultivation of illicit crops within the district’s jurisdiction, whether on wild or agricultural land. Officers were urged to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse, particularly among the youth, through community engagement and educational initiatives.

 

The meeting was attended by ADC Doda, ACR Doda, SDMs, ACD/ACP, Tehsildars, and other concerned departments, with some officials participating through online mode, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling the drug menace in the district.