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India launches nationwide anti-drug campaign on International Day Against Drug Abuse

Indian authorities across multiple states intensified anti-drug campaigns on Friday, June 26, 2026, to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Police, government ministers, and community organizations held rallies, awareness sessions, and interactive programs urging youth to reject narcotics and support collective efforts for a drug-free nation.

These coordinated actions highlight India's growing priority on public health and youth resilience against substance abuse in the face of global addiction challenges.

  • The International Day Against Drug Abuse was first established by the UN General Assembly in 1987 following the Vienna Congress on Drug Abuse.
  • India's Prohibition and Excise laws vary by state, with some regions like Tamil Nadu enforcing stricter bans on alcohol and narcotics.
  • Coffee with a Cop programs have expanded globally since their US origin in 2008, with India adopting them to strengthen community trust.
India launches nationwide anti-drug campaign on International Day Against Drug Abuse | Implica