Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 22: Shri Kuldeep Rai Sharma, Former MP of Andaman & Nicobar Islands met with the Director General of Police (DGP) Shri Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal on October 22 to discuss various issues pertaining to the islands including the growing concern of drug-related cases.
He appreciated the Police Department's unwavering dedication to combating the drug menace and ensuring public safety and mentioned that the frequent reporting of seizures and drug busts by the police in islands demonstrates their proactive approach and commitment to public safety.
However, he suggested that it is the need of the hour to initiate strict measures to put an end to drugs related issues by curbing their entry at the harbours and the airport and boosting surveillance and patrols in inter-islands.
The DGP assured the department's proactive approach and innovative solutions to solve drug related issues in the islands.