DCA officials highlight shortage of manpower, resources
"The issue is not just about arrest powers but also the entire subsequent process and the resources required," said a senior official. "In these four cases, after successfully securing the arrests, we went beyond our usual responsibilities of raids and seizures to handle medical examinations, legal paperwork, courtroom arguments, and the jail handover."
Due to the unavailability of public prosecutors, who officials say typically focus on criminal laws rather than drug laws under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, the drug inspectors themselves had to present legal arguments in court.
Officials also pointed to a lack of police support, which raises serious safety concerns.
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"There is no armed protection, no escort, no backup. What if the person being arrested turns violent during the operation? These offenders are not small-time players as many were in the business for 40 to 50 years with extensive networks. Local police usually refuse to assist, claiming that drug and cosmetic violations do not fall under their criminal jurisdiction," the official explained.
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In addition to resource constraints, officials underscored inadequate infrastructure, such as the absence of lock-ups. "Where do we keep the accused we arrest before producing them for remand within 24 hours? Until they are presented before a magistrate, we are responsible for their care." Officials suggested that with better cooperation, more accused individuals could be arrested and sent in remand.
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