Tapentadol Crisis in Kashmir: Rising Addiction, Covert Heroin Alternative and Urgent Community Response By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 15 July 2025 The Emerging Tapentadol Threat in Kashmir In the picturesque valleys of Kashmir, a new, lesser-known crisis is emerging: Tapentadol addiction among youth. Initially prescribed for legitimate pain relief, this opioid has quickly transformed into a clandestine epidemic that is difficult to detect. This article explores every dimension of this silent crisis—why it matters, who’s affected, and how communities are responding. What Is Tapentadol? Understanding the Drug’s Dual Effects…
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