An Assessment Of Enforcement Agencies For Drug Abuse Under Narcotic Drugs And Psychotropic Substances Act 1985

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Dr. Namit Kumar, Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) Department of Public Administration Panjab University, Chandigarh

ABSTRACT

Drug abuse is a long-standing issue, with substances like alcohol, opium, and cannabis used throughout history for leisure or as an escape from emotional distress. While drug use initially affected only small segments of society, the emergence of more harmful substances, such as heroin, LSD, and amphetamines, has brought global attention to the problem. This escalating issue affects not only the physical and mental health of users but also contributes to organised crime, corruption, and the spread of violence. The growth of urbanization, migration, and changing social attitudes have fuelled the spread of drug abuse, which now impacts a wide demographic, including children, adolescents, and the economically disadvantaged. The illicit drug trade is the second-largest global industry, fostering crime, terrorism, and violence. Drug abuse has led to a range of societal issues, from family disruption and workplace accidents to public health crises like the spread of HIV/AIDS through intravenous drug use. The international community, through the United Nations, has committed to combating drug trafficking and abuse, recognizing the grave threat it poses to global security and development. India’s history of drug regulation, influenced by colonial policies, continues to shape its legal framework, notably through the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 1985, aimed at curbing drug misuse and enhancing law enforcement efforts. In this backdrop the role of drug abuse enforcement agencies and their usefulness has become critical in recent times.

Keywords: Drug Abuse, NDPS Act 1985, Law Enforcement Agencies,

AN ASSESSMENT OF ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES FOR DRUG ABUSE UNDER NARCOTIC DRUGS AND PSYCHOTROPIC.

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