A crucial meeting was chaired by Sindh’s Health Minister, Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho. The meeting, attended by Interior Minister Ziaul Hasan Lanjar, Law Minister Shahid Thaheem, and other provincial ministers, focused on the proliferation and prevention of narcotics in the province. Officials from the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), Excise Department, and other relevant agencies also participated, providing briefings on ongoing actions against drug cartels at the provincial level.
Dr. Azra Fazal emphasized the need to intensify and enhance anti-narcotics measures, stressing that the objective is to safeguard the future generations. “We are prepared for a joint effort against drug cartels,” stated officials from the ANF. The meeting concluded with directives to the law department for the approval and implementation of necessary measures.
Highlighting observations, Interior Minister Ziaul Hasan Lanjar noted the involvement of drug addicts in street crimes, underscoring the urgency of anti-narcotics actions. “All-out efforts are being made under anti-narcotics measures,” affirmed Ziaul Hasan Lanjar. Furthermore, it was suggested to establish major rehabilitation centers for drug addicts, with registration of such centers being considered at the provincial level. Efforts to launch organized campaigns against narcotics through schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions were also discussed.
“We require your collective support and cooperation,” stated Sindh’s Social Welfare Minister, emphasizing the need for community involvement. Proposals for the establishment of major rehabilitation centers for drug addicts are being arranged by the Social Welfare Department, clarifying that there are no legal impediments to this initiative.
