Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), chaired the fourth review meeting of the District-Level NCORD (Narco Coordination) Committee at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Khaltse, on October 7 to review measures being undertaken to prevent drug abuse, illicit trafficking and illegal cultivation of narcotic crops in the district.

The Committee reviewed the Action Taken Report (ATR) on the decisions taken during the third NCORD meeting held on September 5, 2026. The Deputy Commissioner assessed the progress made by various departments and stressed the need for timely implementation of the decisions taken by the Committee.

The meeting discussed the exchange of intelligence and information on drug-trafficking trends, progress of investigations in cases having inter-state implications, and cases registered under the NDPS Act. Measures to strengthen anti-drug awareness and drug-demand reduction programmes, particularly among students and youth, were also reviewed.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasised the importance of sustained awareness campaigns through coordinated efforts of the Police, Education, Health, Social Welfare and other concerned departments, with special focus on youth and vulnerable groups.

She directed all concerned departments to prepare and implement department-wise NCORD action plans and ensure regular monitoring of progress. She further stressed the need for stronger inter-district surveillance and close coordination among the Police, Excise and other enforcement agencies to prevent the movement and trafficking of narcotic substances across district boundaries.

The meeting concluded with an emphasis on a coordinated, preventive and community-oriented approach to combating drug abuse and illicit trafficking. The Deputy Commissioner called upon all stakeholder departments to intensify their collective efforts towards making Sham district drug-free.

The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police, Sham, Ajaz Malik; SDM Khaltse, Mohd. Sharif; CMO Sham, Dr. Shamin Ahmed; Naib Tehsildar, Khaltse, Attaullah Khan; CDPO, Tsering Youtol; SHO Khaltse, Tsewang Norboo; and I/c Agriculture Extension Officer, Tundup Namgail.
Photo Caption: Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), chairing the District-Level NCORD (Narco Coordination) Committee meeting.