July 22, 2024
MANAS’ (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asuchna Kendra)
Why in News ? National Narcotics Helpline ‘MANAS’ (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asuchna Kendra) has been recently launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Key Points:
About the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB):
Enforcement: The NCB enforces the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act) to investigate and prosecute individuals and organizations involved in the production, possession, sale, distribution, and transportation of illegal drugs.
Intelligence gathering: The NCB gathers intelligence on drug trafficking trends, routes, and syndicates to disrupt their operations and prevent the inflow of illegal drugs into India.
Coordination: The NCB coordinates with various state and central government agencies, as well as international drug enforcement agencies, to fight drug trafficking effectively.
Awareness campaigns: The NCB conducts awareness campaigns to educate the public about the dangers of drug abuse and addiction.
About the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) :
· It is an initiative by the Government of India to combat drug trafficking and abuse in the country. · Established under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), NCORD serves as a high-level central coordination body that aims to streamline and strengthen efforts against narcotics. · Establishment: NCORD was set up to enhance the coordination among various central and state agencies involved in drug law enforcement and to ensure a unified and effective approach to combating drug trafficking and abuse. Objectives: · Facilitating better coordination and cooperation among different drug enforcement agencies. · Implementing a comprehensive and integrated approach to tackle drug trafficking. · Strengthening the intelligence-sharing mechanisms among various agencies. · Formulating policies and strategies to curb drug abuse and trafficking. · Ensuring effective implementation of drug laws and regulations. Structure and Functioning: Central Level: At the central level, it involves various ministries and agencies such as the Ministry of Home Affairs, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), and other relevant departments. State Level: Each state has its own coordination mechanism involving state police, excise departments, and other local enforcement agencies. NCORD ensures that these state-level efforts are aligned with the national strategy. Zonal Level: Regional or zonal coordination mechanisms are also established to address inter-state drug trafficking issues. Key Functions: · Organizing regular meetings and discussions among stakeholders to review the current drug scenario and strategize accordingly. · Promoting capacity building and training for law enforcement agencies to improve their effectiveness in dealing with narcotics-related issues. · Enhancing public awareness about the dangers of drug abuse through various campaigns and initiatives. · Facilitating the exchange of information and intelligence among agencies to preempt and combat drug trafficking networks. Policy Formulation and Implementation: NCORD plays a crucial role in the formulation of national policies related to drug control and ensures their effective implementation. It also monitors and evaluates the performance of various drug control measures. Inter-Agency Collaboration: · One of the key strengths of NCORD is its ability to foster collaboration among various national and international agencies. · This includes coordination with agencies like INTERPOL, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and other international bodies involved in combating narcotics.
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