Youth heroin use surges in Jammu and Kashmir, straining rehabilitation centers and prompting political action.

The Jammu and Kashmir region is experiencing a troubling rise in heroin use among youth, presenting a significant challenge for the new government. Contributing factors include easy access to heroin and fully occupied rehabilitation centers, with experts noting a shift in addiction trends over the past decade. Political parties recognize the drug crisis as a critical issue, emphasizing the need for community cooperation and targeted anti-narcotics efforts.

September 29, 2024
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