India is a signatory to several international conventions on drug control, including the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, and the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988.

The NCB coordinates actions by various central and state agencies to combat drug trafficking and abuse. It also works with international organizations to share information and best practices.

The Act provides for the establishment of special courts to expedite the trial of drug-related offenses.

The government has launched various awareness campaigns to educate the public about the dangers of drug abuse and to reduce demand.

The Act includes provisions for the treatment and rehabilitation of drug addicts, recognizing addiction as a public health issue.

The 'Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD)' was constituted in 2016 to enhance coordination among various drug law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders.

The government has adopted a 'zero tolerance' policy towards drug trafficking, emphasizing strict enforcement and interdiction efforts.

The Act differentiates between 'narcotic drugs' (derived from opium, coca, or cannabis) and 'psychotropic substances' (synthetic drugs affecting the mind).

The Act has been amended several times to address emerging challenges, such as the rise of new psychoactive substances (NPS) and online drug trafficking.

India is a signatory to several international conventions on drug control, including the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, and the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988.

The NCB coordinates actions by various central and state agencies to combat drug trafficking and abuse. It also works with international organizations to share information and best practices.

The Act provides for the establishment of special courts to expedite the trial of drug-related offenses.

The government has launched various awareness campaigns to educate the public about the dangers of drug abuse and to reduce demand.

The Act includes provisions for the treatment and rehabilitation of drug addicts, recognizing addiction as a public health issue.

The 'Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD)' was constituted in 2016 to enhance coordination among various drug law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders.

The government has adopted a 'zero tolerance' policy towards drug trafficking, emphasizing strict enforcement and interdiction efforts.

The Act differentiates between 'narcotic drugs' (derived from opium, coca, or cannabis) and 'psychotropic substances' (synthetic drugs affecting the mind).

The Act has been amended several times to address emerging challenges, such as the rise of new psychoactive substances (NPS) and online drug trafficking.