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West Bengal CM Destroys 2 Lakh Seized Cough Syrup Bottles

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari crushes seized cough syrup bottles, launches anti-drug drive.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 02 September 2026 at 09:43 pm
West Bengal CM Destroys 2 Lakh Seized Cough Syrup Bottles

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday destroyed over 2 lakh seized cough syrup bottles in North Bengal's Balurghat. The bottles were crushed using a road roller as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' drive.

The event was attended by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and MoS Sukanta Majumdar. The destroyed cough syrup bottles were seized over the past three months.

Adhikari stated that his message through this drive is to bring the youth out of drug addiction. He mentioned that a large quantity of narcotics has been seized since his government came to power from the Indo-Bangladesh border.

The Chief Minister also announced two major projects for South Dinajpur, including the operation of Balurghat airport and the proposed medical college and hospital. He expressed hope that Balurghat airport will be operational soon and mentioned that it was among the four airports handed over under the UDAN scheme.

Adhikari also reviewed the implementation of various social schemes for the people during a meeting. He aims to complete the projects before the next Lok Sabha election in 2029.

The 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign was launched in the state for the first time from South Dinajpur district. The campaign aims to make India free from drug addiction.

The destruction of the seized cough syrup bottles is a significant step towards achieving this goal. The event highlights the government's commitment to tackling the issue of drug addiction in the state.

The relationship between the BSF and the state police has improved along the Indo-Bangladesh border in the last four months, according to Adhikari. This improvement has led to the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics.

The launch of the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign in West Bengal is a crucial step towards addressing the issue of drug addiction in the state. The campaign aims to create awareness and prevent drug addiction among the youth.

The destruction of the seized cough syrup bottles is a strong message against drug addiction and trafficking. It highlights the government's commitment to tackling the issue and creating a drug-free society.

In conclusion, the destruction of the seized cough syrup bottles is a significant step towards achieving the goal of a drug-free society. The launch of the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign in West Bengal is a crucial step towards addressing the issue of drug addiction in the state.

Frequently asked questions

What is the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign?

The 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign is a drive to make India free from drug addiction.

How many cough syrup bottles were destroyed in Balurghat?

Over 2 lakh seized cough syrup bottles were destroyed in Balurghat.

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