Poonch, June 7,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has described the drug trade and terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir as “two sides of the same coin,” warning that money generated through narcotics trafficking ultimately strengthens terrorist networks and poses a serious threat to national security.
Addressing a massive anti-drug gathering in Poonch, LG Manoj Sinha said that while some drug traffickers may have accumulated wealth and built luxurious lifestyles through the illegal trade, the profits eventually reach terror outfits that use the funds to purchase weapons, radicalize youth, and support terrorist activities.
“Drug trafficking is not merely a social issue. It is directly linked to terrorism and national security. The money earned through narcotics ultimately finances those who spread violence and shed the blood of innocent people in Jammu & Kashmir,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Highlighting the importance of the ongoing anti-drug movement, LG Manoj Sinha emphasized that eliminating the drug menace is essential not only for creating a healthy Jammu & Kashmir but also for safeguarding the nation’s future. He urged citizens not to remain silent spectators in the fight against narcotics.
Quoting a powerful message, the Lieutenant Governor stated, “Those who remain neutral in such a struggle will also be judged by history. We cannot sit silently while our youth and society are threatened by drugs.”
The Lieutenant Governor noted that the anti-drug campaign has completed 57 days and has witnessed participation from a large number of citizens across Jammu & Kashmir. He described the movement as the beginning of a people’s revolution against drugs and narco-terrorism.
Although the Poonch event marked the final district-level stop of the campaign’s padyatra, LG Manoj Sinha clarified that the movement is far from over. He called for intensified efforts over the coming weeks at the block, ward, and panchayat levels, focusing on identifying drug peddlers, spreading awareness, and strengthening rehabilitation initiatives.
As part of the campaign, the Lieutenant Governor proposed that every panchayat and local community organize collective meetings where residents voluntarily pledge to stay away from drugs and other intoxicants. He urged citizens to take personal responsibility in building drug-free villages and neighborhoods.
“The threat is not distant. It is knocking on our doors. Every citizen must participate in protecting society from the dangers of drug abuse,” he said.
The gathering concluded with a strong public commitment to support the anti-drug movement and work collectively towards a Drug-Free Jammu and Kashmir, reinforcing the administration’s resolve to combat narco-terrorism, drug trafficking, and substance abuse through community participation.
