Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has assured stringent measures against the drug menace, emphasizing coordinated efforts with neighboring states to curb smuggling.

During a state assembly session, Sarma highlighted that 14,823 cases were filed under the NDPS Act between 2021 and 2025, with 696 kg of heroin and other drugs seized.

He acknowledged challenges in police morale due to retaliatory actions against traffickers and criticized lawmakers for attributing the crisis to minority areas.Sarma stressed that the menace affects the majority population and noted that drug trafficking trails often lead to Myanmar.Collaborative efforts with Mizoram and Manipur are underway to block smuggling routes.State minister Pijush Hazarika provided statistics showing a significant increase in cases and seizures compared to the previous Congress government.The Drugs Free Assam app, launched in 2021, has received 585 complaints, leading to the seizure of nearly ₹3 crore worth of drugs and 30 arrests.

Lawmakers like Jakir Hussain Sikdar and Badruddin Ajmal called for stricter measures, citing issues like police corruption and the need for systemic solutions.The article underscores the government's commitment to combating drug trafficking while addressing societal and institutional challenges.