Srinagar, February 19: The Indian Illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir regime has come under fire for its inaction in addressing the burgeoning heroin addiction crisis in the Kashmir Valley, with an estimated 50,000 people hooked on the deadly substance. There are approximately 70,000 addicts across the occupied territory. The data shared by officials and studies exposes the dire situation, with heroin addiction being the primary concern. The Psychiatric Department of Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar and Social Welfare Department (SWD) have highlighted the gravity of the issue.
A staggering 90% of drug abusers in the Valley fall within the 17-35 age group, with a 1500% increase in drug abuse reported in recent years. The financial and physical toll of this crisis is substantial, with opioid-dependent individuals spending a combined massive amount on drugs and a high prevalence of sharing needles.
"The situation is alarming, and we need a comprehensive approach to tackle this crisis," said a local resident. "We urge the authorities to take concrete steps to curb the supply of drugs and provide adequate support to those struggling with addiction."
As the Kashmir Valley struggles to come to terms with this crisis, locals are pointing fingers at the occupation authorities, suspecting a sinister motive behind the spread of drugs in the territory. "It's no coincidence that the youth are being targeted, and the occupation authorities are turning a blind eye," said a local activist. "This is a deliberate attempt to weaken our resolve and distract us from our struggle for freedom from India. We will not be silenced, and we will not be defeated through such cheap tactics." source KMS