Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar announces multi-pronged strategy against substance abuse
Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar has announced a comprehensive strategy to combat substance abuse in the state. This includes modernizing the Excise and Home departments, launching a State-wide anti-drug mission, and implementing a zero-tolerance policy towards narcotic networks. The initiative aims to reduce drug supply and demand while focusing on rehabilitation and public health.
- ▪Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar unveiled an aggressive anti-drug agenda in a policy address to the Legislative Assembly.
- ▪The strategy includes modernizing the Excise department and launching a State-wide anti-drug mission with a focus on youth protection.
- ▪A dedicated State Narcotic Enforcement Bureau will be established to enhance enforcement against drug networks.
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Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar unveiled an aggressive anti-drug and policing agenda in the policy address to the Legislative Assembly on Friday (May 29, 2026). He announced a sweeping modernisation of the Excise and Home departments, a State-wide anti-drug mission and a zero-tolerance crackdown on narcotic networks, cyber crime and organised crime.The address said Kerala could no longer tackle narcotic abuse, organised drug networks, alcohol addiction and revenue leakages through “outdated systems and conventional approaches”, and declared that the Excise department would be rebuilt as a modern, intelligence-driven and technology-enabled institution that is focused on public welfare, youth protection and transparent governance.The Excise department will undergo comprehensive…
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