ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed the authorities to launch a crackdown against the drug mafia to save future generations from the menace of drugs and sought a comprehensive plan in this regard.
He was chairing a meeting at the Anti-Narcotics Force Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Sunday. He also sought a complete plan to stop online sales of drugs.
Mohsin Naqvi said the menace of drugs, especially ice, has destroyed many families and to stop this increasing trend of drugs, immediate and multi-faceted measures are needed. He reiterated that all institutions must work together with determination and full zeal to fight against this scourge for the sake of the children.
During the meeting, it was also decided to ensure strict action against the sale and purchase of drugs, especially ice, in educational institutions, universities and hostels. Consultations will also be held with provinces and they will be taken into confidence in this regard.
A joint meeting of federal and provincial departments will be convened by the end of this month in which all Provincial Ministers for Excise and Inspectors General of police will be invited.
The Minister was also briefed about the ANF’s performance, operations and functions. He praised the performance of ANF against drug traffickers across the country, despite limited resources.
