Hyderabad: Telangana Director-General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand, an IPS officer of 1991 batch, has warned of stringent action against drug suppliers and called for intensified efforts to curb narcotics trafficking and consumption in the state. Emphasising the devastating impact of substance abuse on young people, he said the government was committed to building a drug-free Telangana through coordinated action by the police and the state’s anti-narcotics unit, the EAGLE Force.
Anand made these remarks on Saturday while flagging off a nationwide anti-drug motorcycle rally at the Integrated Command and Control Centre in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. The rally was organised as part of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) celebrations marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
DGP C.V. Anand Warns Drug Suppliers of Stringent Action
Addressing the gathering, Anand stressed that drug abuse was damaging the future of young people and that stronger enforcement was necessary to prevent the spread of narcotics.
He called for collective efforts from law enforcement agencies and society to eliminate the drug menace and protect the younger generation from substance abuse. The DGP reiterated that the Telangana government was determined to tackle both the illegal supply of drugs and their consumption.
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He also highlighted the importance of cooperation between the police and specialised anti-narcotics agencies to strengthen enforcement and prevent drug trafficking networks from operating in the state.
EAGLE Force Leads Telangana’s Anti-Drug Campaign
Anand said the Telangana government had established the EAGLE Force to strengthen the state’s response to narcotics-related offences.
The police department and EAGLE Force are working together to prevent the illegal supply and consumption of drugs, with a focus on enforcement and protecting young people from substance abuse.
The DGP emphasised that strict action against suppliers was essential to contain the spread of narcotics. The state’s approach combines enforcement against those involved in the drug trade with broader efforts to raise awareness about the harmful consequences of drug abuse.
The EAGLE Force has a central role in the state’s anti-narcotics campaign, supporting the broader objective of making Telangana a drug-free state.
Drug-Free India Targeted Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Initiative
Anand also referred to the efforts of the Central and state governments to achieve the goal of a drug-free India under the Nasha Mukt Bharat initiative.
The stated target is to achieve this objective by December 2029. The initiative seeks to strengthen awareness and collective action against substance abuse, alongside efforts to prevent the illegal supply and distribution of narcotics.
The DGP’s remarks underlined the need for sustained cooperation between government agencies, police personnel and the public to address the drug menace.
Nationwide Anti-Drug Motorcycle Rally Flagged Off in Hyderabad
The motorcycle rally was flagged off as part of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations, observed in honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary.
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is coordinating the nationwide initiative as its nodal agency. Riders from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are participating in the campaign.
The rally aims to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drugs while promoting national unity, social responsibility and collective action against substance abuse.
Through the campaign, participants seek to communicate the importance of preventing drug abuse and protecting communities, particularly young people, from its consequences.
Riders to Reach Kevadia by October 30
According to the programme, the participating motorcyclists will travel through various parts of the country and are scheduled to reach Kevadia in Gujarat by October 30.
They will participate in the National Unity Day celebrations on October 31, which commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Before the riders began their journey, Anand urged them to follow traffic rules and prioritise road safety throughout the rally. His appeal highlighted the importance of ensuring that the awareness campaign is conducted responsibly while reaching communities across the country.
Senior Police and Anti-Narcotics Officials Attend Flag-Off
Several senior officials and representatives from law enforcement and related agencies attended the flag-off ceremony at the Integrated Command and Control Centre in Banjara Hills.
Those present included EAGLE Force Director Sandeep Shandilya, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence officer Vikram and Narcotics Control Bureau Assistant Director Vishal.
Police personnel, National Cadet Corps (NCC) students and media representatives also attended the event.
The participation of officials from different agencies reflected the coordinated approach being promoted in the campaign against narcotics and substance abuse.
Telangana Intensifies Efforts Towards a Drug-Free State
The rally and the DGP’s warning form part of a broader effort to strengthen public awareness and enforcement against drugs in Telangana.
By emphasising strict action against suppliers, the role of the EAGLE Force and the need for collective responsibility, Anand called for sustained efforts to protect young people from substance abuse.
The nationwide motorcycle campaign also links the anti-drug message with the wider theme of national unity, using the National Unity Day celebrations to encourage public participation in building safer, drug-free communities.
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