Cops burn 714kg narcotics
Nagpur: City police destroyed 714kg of narcotics worth Rs1.32 crore on Tuesday. The seized drugs, including mephedrone, ganja, charas, and doda powder from 54 cases, were incinerated at Butibori, adhering to Maharashtra Pollution Control Board norms.
The event, organised under the Operation Thunder campaign to foster a drug-free society, was witnessed by the Drugs Disposal Committee. Students and youth from local schools and colleges observed the destruction process and were educated on the devastating effects of narcotics on human life.
Commissioner Singal emphasised the importance of collective action in combating drug abuse, aligning with the global observance of International Anti-Drug Day on June 26. The initiative aims to raise awareness and curb drug-related issues across Nagpur.
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