Sri Lanka Police has launched a nationwide initiative aimed at completely eradicating the growing menace of drug trafficking across the country.
According to the Police Media Division, comprehensive measures are being implemented in line with directives issued by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to strengthen drug prevention and enforcement efforts.
The primary objectives of the initiative include suppressing the supply of illegal narcotics, reducing drug demand, rehabilitating individuals affected by addiction, and preventing substance abuse.
Police stated that community engagement has played a key role in the campaign, enabling authorities to gather valuable intelligence by empowering the public to actively participate in the fight against drugs.
Based on information received, officers conduct round-the-clock operations to carry out raids, apprehend suspects involved in criminal activities, and minimise crime, with the aim of ensuring public safety.
Special operations and targeted raids are being conducted alongside the establishment of mobile roadblocks and inspections of vehicles and individuals. According to Police Headquarters, these measures have produced significant positive results in recent times.
The Police emphasized that it is the civic duty of every citizen to cooperate during lawful inspections and requested the public’s fullest support. The statement noted that suspicious behaviour by individuals or vehicles, or failure to comply with lawful police instructions, may give rise to reasonable suspicion of involvement in criminal or drug-related activities.
Sri Lanka Police urged the public to act as responsible and law-abiding citizens and to extend their full cooperation to officers carrying out their duties.
