Amit Shah vows India and Punjab to be drug‑free by 2029, criticises Rahul Gandhi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah told reporters that the government aims to achieve a drug‑free status for the whole country and the state of Punjab by the year 2029. He said the target reflects a "zero‑tolerance" approach and will be backed by intensified enforcement, rehabilitation programmes and community outreach.

Shah also seized the opportunity to criticize opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of politicising the drug issue and undermining the government's efforts. He urged the opposition to support the initiative rather than create distractions.

The announcement comes amid ongoing concerns about drug trafficking and abuse in several parts of India, particularly in Punjab, where authorities have reported a rise in illicit substance consumption over the past few years. No specific timeline or budget details were disclosed in the statement.