Meghalaya’s war on drugs lacks depth despite bold initiatives - Meghalaya Monitor

Meghalaya’s war on drugs lacks depth despite bold initiatives - Meghalaya Monitor

Editor, The recent announcements by Meghalaya’s Social Welfare Minister, Paul Lyngdoh, mark a significant and commendable shift towards a multi-pronged strategy to combat the state’s escalating drug menace. The government’s comprehensive road map includes school-based intervention, community engagement, surveillance, psychiatric support, and partnerships with NGOs, religious groups, and even sports clubs. However, while these efforts are a step …