The Union Government has extended the anti-narcotics scheme, 'Assistance to States and UTs for Narcotics Control' for a further period of three years, from 2017-18 to 2019-20 with an estimated budget of Rs 21 crore.
Objective of the Scheme
The main objective of the scheme is to assist states and Union Territories that are contributing in controlling the inter-state and cross-border drug trafficking.
The scheme aims to combat illicit trafficking in drugs and psychotropic substance.
Key Features
• Under the scheme, financial assistance will be provided to all the anti-narcotics agencies for strengthening their enforcement capabilities to combat illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
• Financial assistance is also proposed to be provided for all capacity building activities, including training of personnel.
Action Plan
The main strategy under the scheme would include reduction of both supply and demand.
While supply reduction would include enforcement activities, the demand reduction would involve rehabilitation and de-addiction measures.
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