Himachal’s 36-Hour ‘Super Naka’ Drive: A Bold Step Toward a Drug-Free Future
In what is being hailed as one of the largest anti-drug crackdowns in Himachal Pradesh’s history, state police carried out a marathon 36-hour “Super Naka” drive from November 17 to 19. Acting on Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s directive that drug trafficking will not be tolerated, the operation turned vigilance into a statewide movement against narcotics.
Across districts, police teams set up 208 naka points, checking nearly 28,000 vehicles with drug detection kits, dog squads, and strict verification of IDs and luggage. The entire exercise was videographed for transparency, with district police, battalions, and the Anti-Narcotics Task Force working in seamless coordination.
The results were swift and impactful:
- 25 cases registered under the NDPS Act
- 33 arrests made
- Recoveries included 8.53 kg charas, 67.14 g chitta, 2.65 kg cannabis, 21.78 g opium, and 100 tablets
- 622 challans issued under the Motor Vehicles Act
Chief Minister Sukhu emphasized that this was more than a law-and-order exercise — it was a social responsibility to protect the youth. He vowed that no offender, regardless of influence, would be spared.
Director General of Police Ashok Tiwari echoed the call, urging citizens to join hands with the police. “If we move together, the end of drug menace is certain,” he said, stressing that public cooperation is key to achieving a drug-free Himachal.
This operation marks a turning point — not just in enforcement, but in rallying communities to stand united against narcotics, safeguarding the future of Himachal’s young generation.
