Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday unveiled the roadmap for Nasha Mukt Bharat 2029, aiming to eradicate drug trafficking across India’s borders. The initiative emphasizes a comprehensive strategy focused on reducing the supply of narcotics, decreasing their demand, and minimizing the associated harm. Shah underscored the government’s integrated national campaign against drug networks, which has been underway since 2019.
The roadmap outlines several significant measures, including the implementation of the four-tier NCORD mechanism and the establishment of Anti-Narcotics Task Forces in every state and Union Territory. Additionally, a national rehabilitation helpline has been introduced alongside the NIDAN database, which tracks narcotics offenders. These efforts are bolstered by data-driven mapping of drug networks and hotspots to enhance enforcement efficiency.
Shah highlighted the significant achievements of enforcement agencies, which seized over 29,968 kg of synthetic drugs valued at more than ₹19,600 crore between 2020 and July 2026. From 2019 to July 2026, the total seizure of narcotic and psychotropic substances surpassed 93.34 lakh kg, marking a substantial impact in curtailing drug trafficking activities.
In addition to seizures, authorities have also targeted the financial networks underpinning the drug trade. Between 2024 and June 2026, properties worth ₹1,841 crore were confiscated in 3,016 cases. This strategic approach aims not only to intercept drugs but also to dismantle the economic structures that facilitate drug trafficking.
Shah’s commitment to bolstering national security was evident as he visited Goa for an official tour. However, he returned to Delhi earlier than scheduled to assess the state’s security preparedness, underscoring the importance of a proactive stance in combating drug-related challenges across the nation.