CID hosts workshop for police officers on handling NDPS cases
The Hindu
On the occasion of the international day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking, Director General and Inspector General of Police, Alok Mohan inaugurated a one-day workshop on investigating NDPS cases for police officers of Karnataka today at CID Headquarters in Bengaluru on Monday.
On the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Director General and Inspector General of Police, Alok Mohan inaugurated a one-day workshop on investigating NDPS cases for police officers of Karnataka at CID Headquarters in Bengaluru on June 26, 2023.
The workshop covered topics including legal aspects of NDPS cases, handling and analysis of samples, investigation, the global scenario of drugs, and investigation of the dark web and cryptocurrencies. The workshop also covered a special session on rehabilitating drug addicts and their treatment.
The programme was attended by over 100 participants from C.E.N (Cybercrimes, Economic Offences and Narcotics Police stations) from districts, and the Commissionerate of Karnataka.
Speaking after the inauguration, Mr. Alok Mohan said, “ We are fighting the unending battle against narcotics which is the main source of funding for anti-social elements, and it is our collective responsibility to make the life of drug peddlers difficult to operate in Karnataka. We live in an age where knowledge is considered power, and I urge everyone here to work towards acquiring it.”
Explaining the objective of the workshop, Director General of Police, M.A. Saleem, said that workshop will enable an enhanced understanding of the legal aspects related to the global drug situation, including emerging trends and challenges.
“The need of the hour is to identify the source and peddlers, and investigate the cases following standard procedures. Sharing of information among various agencies plays a critical role in handling NDPS cases,” Mr. Saleem, said.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru police commissioner B. Dayananda said that the city police had launched a special drive to tackle drug-related cases effectively.