United Against Drugs: Himachal Leaders Break Political Barriers

In Dharamshala’s Tapovan Assembly, the winter session was marked by sharp debates and exchanges between ruling and opposition benches. But on the final day, the tone shifted dramatically. Outside Gate No. 1 of the Assembly, leaders from both sides stood shoulder to shoulder, raising slogans against the growing menace of drugs in Himachal Pradesh.

For once, political rivalry took a back seat. Legislators agreed that the fight against addiction is bigger than party lines. They stressed the need to spread awareness, protect young people, and dismantle the drug networks threatening society. The rare show of unity sent a clear message: Himachal’s leaders are ready to work together for a drug-free future.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reminded the public that the government has already tightened laws against chitta (synthetic drugs), arrested traffickers, and sealed their properties to weaken the mafia’s financial grip. “Our resolve is to uproot the chitta mafia completely,” Sukhu declared.

With the opposition now joining hands, the campaign against drugs has gained new momentum. The question is no longer whether action will be taken — but how far and how fast the state can push this collective fight.