Narcotic and Psychotropic Consultative Committee (NPCC)

Below we have described about the role and functions of the Narcotic and Psychotropic Consultative Committee NPCC in advising on drug control policies in India.

Authorities and Officers Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985

1. Central Government

• • Role:

    • Oversees the national implementation and enforcement of the NDPS Act.

  • Functions:

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

2. State Government

• • Role:

    • Responsible for enforcing the NDPS Act within their states.

  • Functions:

    • Appoints officers for drug control enforcement.
    • Implements state-specific policies and regulations.
    • Collaborates with local law enforcement agencies.

3. Enforcement Agencies

1. 1. Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN):

      • Role:
        • National agency for drug trafficking control and NDPS Act enforcement.
      • Functions:
        • Investigates large-scale drug trafficking operations.
        • Coordinates with international agencies for cross-border drug control.
        • Conducts intelligence operations to disrupt drug supply chains.

   2. State Narcotic Drug Control Bureau (NDTCB):

      • Role:
        • State-level agencies for implementing and enforcing the NDPS Act.
      • Functions:
        • Conducts raids and drug seizures.
        • Monitors and regulates controlled substance sales and prescriptions.
        • Undertakes preventive measures against drug abuse.

   3. Customs and Border Security Forces:

      • Role:
        • Prevents smuggling of narcotic substances across borders.
      • Functions:
        • Inspects shipments and luggage at ports, airports, and land borders.
        • Collaborates 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:
        • Investigates drug-related offences.
        • Arrests and detains individuals involved in drug trafficking and abuse.
        • Supports preventive campaigns against drug use.

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