Punjab’s Drug Crisis Escalates Ahead of Elections | Law and Order Under Scrutiny | Punjab News

Punjab’s drug crisis is drawing renewed attention amid concerns over rising lawlessness and the approaching elections. The state continues to face questions about drug trafficking, substance abuse, organised crime and the impact on communities and public safety.As election season approaches, the response to the drug problem and the wider law-and-order situation are likely to remain important public issues. Key questions include how effectively drug networks are being tackled, what action is being taken against those involved in trafficking, and whether enforcement and rehabilitation efforts are addressing the problem on the ground.The political debate also raises questions about accountability, policing and the measures needed to protect young people and affected families. Separating verified crime data and enforcement records from political claims will be crucial to understanding the scale of the crisis. n18oc_indian18oc_breakaing-news