The Haryana government reinforced its war against narcotics trafficking by issuing a notification that establishes 13 new exclusive Fast Track Special NDPS Courts across the state.
This move marks a significant milestone in the state’s pursuit of effective action against drug traffickers and rapid case disposal. With this notification, Haryana now operates 21 NDPS Fast Track/Special Courts in total.
According to the notification issued by Haryana’s Administration of Justice Department, one Special NDPS Court at the level of Additional Sessions Judge has been set up in each of Faridabad, Gurugram, Panchkula, Rohtak, and Yamunanagar. In Fatehabad, two new Special NDPS Courts have been sanctioned, bringing the total there to three. In Sirsa, six new Special NDPS Courts have been established, increasing the total number to seven.
Initially, two NDPS Fast Track Courts were set up in Sirsa and Fatehabad on April 13, 2022; then, six more were established in Ambala, Hisar, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, and Panipat on February 3, 2023. As of now, 8 NDPS Fast Track/Special Courts are operational—one each in Sirsa, Fatehabad, Ambala, Hisar, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, and Panipat. The phased rollout of these new courts is expected to further accelerate the disposal of NDPS cases and help reduce pending litigation.
Haryana DGP Ajay Singhal said the state government, he said, is committed to dismantling the drug network at its very roots. This will be done by strengthening law enforcement agencies, the prosecution machinery, and the judicial system. Haryana Police, he noted, is taking continuous and decisive action against narcotics trafficking. The expansion of Special NDPS Courts will expedite case hearings, strengthen the prosecution’s hand, and ensure that offenders are punished without delay.
The DGP added that the Haryana Police is pursuing a “zero tolerance” policy towards drug traffickers. They are pursuing a multi-pronged strategy to dismantle the entire narcotics ecosystem. This strategy gives equal weight to police action, intelligence gathering, financial investigation, asset attachment, public awareness campaigns, and expedited judicial processes. Through effective policing, robust investigation, swift prosecution, and speedy justice, he said, the force remains relentlessly engaged in its mission to make Haryana drug-free.
To gather information on drug trafficking and ensure prompt action, the Haryana State Narcotics Control Bureau (HSNCB) operates a round-the-clock Anti-Drug Helpline at 90508-91508. Citizens can use this helpline to share confidential information about drug trafficking, the sale of narcotic substances, or any drug-related activity with the concerned agencies. These agencies will act on such tips immediately.
The MANAS portal and helpline number 1933, run by the Government of India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), have also been rolled out across the state. In line with Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s directives, these platforms are being widely publicised through various departments, educational institutions, and social organisations. This ensures that more citizens become active participants in the Drug-Free Haryana campaign and help build a narcotics-free society.
