A high level delegation led by Meghalaya CM witnesses disposal of drug worth over Rs 53.86 Cr in EJH

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJanuary 23, 2025

Continuing Meghalaya’s war against drugs, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma led the High Level & District Level Drug Disposal Committee of Meghalaya Police to incinerate seized narcotic drugs & psychotropic substances worth Rs 53.86 Crore at Star Cement Ltd.,Lumshnong,East Jaintia Hills District.

Dy CMs Prestone Tynsong, Snaiwbhalang Dhar, Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh, MLA Santa Mary Shylla and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the State’s continued commitment to put an end to the drug menace that has destroyed the lives of many youth.

He said that the Govt. through the Drug Reduction, Elimination, & Action Mission (DREAM) is supporting vulnerable youth in their battle against drug abuse.

The disposed drugs consist of NDPS cases registered in 5 (five) districts- East Khasi Hills, West Khasi Hills, Ri Bhoi, West Jaiñtia Hills and East Jaiñtia Hills Districts.