HQ IGAR(S) hosts intensive capsule on NDPS Act
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, May 17 2025: In a focused initiative to strengthen the rule of law and address the growing concerns of narco-terrorism and drug trafficking in Manipur, HQ IGAR (South) hosted a two-day intensive capsule on "Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS)" Act on May 16 & 17 .

According to a release issued by PRO HQ IGAR(South), the capsule was conducted with the assistance of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), with expert instruction provided by R Sudhakar, Deputy Director General NCB; PR Mishra, SC, Additional Director NCB and officers from NCB Imphal.

The workshop covered vital aspects of the NDPS Act, including prohibited activities, punishment scales, search and seizure procedures, burden of proof and judicial processes.

Modules also highlighted landmark Court rulings, interagency roles and the importance of ethical enforcement in fragile socio-political environments.

The capsule culminated with a closing address by the Inspector General, Assam Rifles (South), who emphasised the urgency of upskilling in both legal and technological domains.

He also highlighted the growing sophistication of trafficking networks and stressed the need for interagency coordination, use of forensic and digital tools and strict adherence to lawful procedures to effectively combat the challenge.

The initiative underlined IGAR (South)'s proactive approach towards restoring stability and upholding justice in the region.

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