New Delhi/Chandigarh, March 11. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Malvinder Singh Kang moved an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. He raised the urgent issue of drug smuggling via drones across the Punjab-Pakistan international border. Kang stressed the need for collective action. He demanded a discussion in Parliament on measures to combat the increasing inflow of drugs. There is also a need to address illegal weapons entering the state.

Kang Urges Stronger Border Security Amid Punjab’s Anti-Drug Drive

Speaking on the motion, Kang said, “Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is leading a comprehensive campaign against drugs within the state. It is imperative for the Union Government to step up its efforts to secure the international border. The inflow of drugs and illegal arms through drones is a grave threat to Punjab’s youth and national security.” The adjournment motion comes during the Punjab Government’s aggressive crackdown on drug smugglers. This is under the “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign. The campaign has resulted in 988 FIRs under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS). It also led to the arrest of 1360 drug traffickers. Additionally, 1035 kg of heroin, opium, and other synthetic drugs have been seized. Approximately 6.81 lakh drug pills and ₹36 lakh in cash have also been recovered.

Adjournment Motion : Kang Urges Centre to Strengthen Border Security Against Drug Trafficking

Kang acknowledged these significant efforts by the Mann Government and stated, “Punjab is doing its part to fight the drug menace. However, the border’s security falls under the jurisdiction of the Union Government, and it is their responsibility to prevent the entry of drugs and weapons. The BSF must be provided with advanced technology and resources to intercept drones and stop this illegal smuggling.” The MP also highlighted that Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has written to the Union Home Minister several times, urging decisive action to curb cross-border drug trafficking. “The Centre must take this issue seriously and demonstrate due diligence in addressing it. Securing Punjab’s borders is not just Punjab’s responsibility but a matter of national importance,” Kang asserted. He further added that the Union Government should work in coordination with Punjab to eradicate drug menace. “The future of Punjab’s youth depends on our joint efforts. The Centre cannot stay silent while the state government fights this battle alone,” he added. The adjournment motion reflects AAP’s commitment to tackling the drug menace head-on and ensuring a drug-free Punjab, as envisioned by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. Kang concluded by urging the Speaker to prioritize this discussion in Parliament and called on all political parties to join hands in protecting the youth and securing the nation.