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Aizawl: Mizoram kicked off a three-year strategy to stomp out drug abuse and border trafficking. Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh introduced the plan Monday at the Assembly Annexe in Aizawl. Tlangmawi, located in Khawzawl district, earned recognition as the state's first drug-free village. Home Minister K. Sapdanga handed the official certificate to local representatives.
The state faces a major drug challenge. Officials reported 635 cases filed under the ND&PS Act between January and August 2026. Police arrested 930 people, including 111 foreign nationals. They seized narcotics worth over Rs 846 crore during that window. Authorities now want to dig deeper into the networks.
Sapdanga demanded investigations move beyond mere street peddlers. He wants to hit the broader supply chain. The government is beefing up border operations to stop the inflow. Singh leaned on the Centre's 100-week Nasha Mukt Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan, which started August 2, 2026, as a framework for protecting the youth. He said, "This is only the beginning. We will be able to see results in three years. For it to succeed, we must take all stakeholders along positively."
The state relies on Operation Jericho and the Hulhliap Short Stay Centre to manage trafficking and rehabilitation. DGP Sharad Agarwal pushed for better harmony between the police, local communities, and government departments. Church leaders, NGOs, and students attended the launch. David Lalrinawma from the Mizoram Drug Users Forum shared a recovery story. Zokhawthar Police officer Zirthanga Pachuau detailed the grind of patrolling the Indo-Myanmar border. Tlangmawi Village Council president Laltlanchhuaha explained the work behind their clean status. Everyone must participate.
Updated at 29th September 2026 at 1:49am
Governor Singh noted the three-year plan aligns with the Young Mizo Association's current annual theme, Ruihhlo Do, which translates to War on Drugs. Officials also clarified that the initiative focuses on treating addicts with compassion to help them reintegrate into society.
The event opening featured a welcome address by Seju P. Kuruvilla, the Inspector General of Police for the Anti Narcotics Task Force. Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii was also in attendance alongside other senior government officials.
Updated at 29th September 2026 at 5:49pm
The three-year plan falls in line with the Young Mizo Association's current annual theme, Ruihhlo Do, which translates to War on Drugs. Officials also clarified that the initiative focuses on treating addicts with compassion to help them reintegrate into society.
The event opening featured a welcome address by Seju P. Kuruvilla, the Inspector General of Police for the Anti Narcotics Task Force. Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii was also in attendance alongside other senior government officials.
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