Addiction Crisis in Kashmir: The Growing Threat of Heroin and Synthetic Opioids

Addiction Crisis in Kashmir: The Growing Threat of Heroin and Synthetic Opioids

The Rising Drug Addiction Crisis in Jammu & Kashmir: An In-Depth Analysis By: Javid Amin The drug addiction crisis in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has reached alarming levels over the past four years. Law enforcement data reveals a dramatic increase in drug-related offenses, with over 6,564 cases registered and more than 9,400 individuals arrested in connection to narcotics abuse and trafficking. The most disturbing aspect of this crisis is the growing prevalence of heroin, along with synthetic opioids such as Tapentadol, which are fueling a dangerous epidemic in the region.…

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