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Crime
Easy Access Fuels Rising Drug Addiction in Northeast India
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 26 Jul 2026, 08:04 PM
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Easy access to drugs has led to a surge in addiction across Northeast India, marking a new phase in the region's drug crisis.
Easy access to illicit substances has intensified the drug problem in Northeast India, with addiction rates climbing faster than before. Authorities report that the availability of drugs in remote areas has become easier, contributing to a surge in users. The situation represents a new face of the region's long‑standing drug crisis, demanding urgent intervention. Efforts to curb the spread are underway, but the challenge remains significant.