Authorities and Officers Under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic substances Act-1985 and Rules

This article explains about the authorities and officers under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 and Rules and their role in drug law enforcement.

The administration and enforcement of the NDPS Act involve various authorities and officers with distinct roles and responsibilities.

Central Government

Role:

• Oversees the overall implementation and enforcement of the NDPS Act at the national level.

Functions:

• Formulates national policies for drug control.
• Coordinates with state governments and international bodies.
• Approves the establishment of drug-related agencies and their jurisdictions.

State Government

Role:

• Responsible for enforcing the NDPS Act within their respective states.

Functions:

• Appointing officers to oversee drug control measures.
• Implementing state-specific policies and regulations.
• Collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.

Enforcement Agencies

Key agencies involved in enforcing the NDPS Act include:

1. Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN):

   • Role:

     • National-level agency responsible for drug trafficking control and enforcement of the NDPS Act.

   • Functions:

     • Investigate large-scale drug trafficking operations.
     • Coordinate with international agencies for cross-border drug control.
     • Conduct intelligence operations to disrupt drug supply chains.

2. State Narcotic Drug Control Bureau (NDTCB):

   • Role:

     • State-level agencies tasked with implementing and enforcing the NDPS Act within their jurisdictions.

   • Functions:

     • Conduct raids and seizures of illicit drugs.
     • Monitor and regulate the sale and prescription of controlled substances.
     • Undertake preventive measures against drug abuse.

3. Customs and Border Security Forces:

   • Role:

     • Prevent the smuggling of narcotic and psychotropic substances across national borders.

   • Functions:

     • Inspect shipments and luggage at ports, airports, and land borders.
     • Collaborate with international customs agencies for intelligence sharing.

4. Police Forces:

   • Role:

     • Local law enforcement responsible for maintaining public order and enforcing the NDPS Act.

   • Functions:

     • Investigate drug-related offences.
     • Arrest and detain individuals involved in drug trafficking and abuse.
     • Support preventive campaigns against drug use.

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