Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently made headlines by addressing the alleged involvement of a prominent Congress leader in a massive Rs 5,600 crore drug bust in northern India. This incident highlights the ongoing struggle against drug trafficking. It has particularly devastating effects on youth in states like Punjab and Haryana, especially during Congress‘s tenure in power.
Shah‘s statements emphasized the stark contrast between the Modi government’s zero-tolerance policy for drugs and the alleged ties of opposition leaders to drug networks. He pointed out that the government is focused on uplifting the youth through sports, education, and innovation. In contrast, he claimed the Congress party seems to lead them toward a “dark world of drugs”.
Earlier this week, Delhi police conducted one of the largest drug seizures in recent history. They confiscated over 560 kilograms of cocaine and 40 kilograms of hydroponic marijuana. The total estimated value of this haul is around Rs 5,620 crore. Such significant drug busts have intensified scrutiny on political figures and their connections to the drug trade.
The BJP has claimed that Tushar Goel, identified as the alleged kingpin in this drug case, held a prominent position as the chairman of the Delhi Youth Congress’ RTI cell. However, the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has strongly refuted this claim, labeling it baseless.
The IYC stated that Goel was expelled from the organization on October 17, 2022, due to anti-party activities. This expulsion came shortly after BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi made accusations regarding the Congress‘s supposed ties to drug dealers.
This situation illustrates the complicated interplay between politics and the drug crisis in India. As the government intensifies its crackdown on drug trafficking, the political implications become increasingly significant. The rhetoric from both sides reflects a battle over not just policy but also public perception and accountability.
As this story continues to unfold, it raises important questions about the effectiveness of anti-drug initiatives. It also prompts reflection on the role of political parties in addressing these pressing issues.
The fight against drugs is more than a law enforcement issue; it’s a societal challenge that requires collective action and a commitment to change. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining how this narrative evolves. The future of India’s youth hangs in the balance.
Kolkata: On Friday, January 10, 2026, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha members demonstrated against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her actions after the ED raids at the I-PAC office and its chief Pratik Jain's home. | In relation to an alleged coal smuggling case that stretches back a few years, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) searched the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) office and Pratik Jain's home on Loudon Street in Kolkata on Thursday, January 8, 2025. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a protest against the ED raids on I-PAC after the raid set off a political storm in the state. Why is a chief minister endorsing Pratik Jain, and who is he? Pratik Jain, a political strategist and co-founder of I-PAC, is a graduate of IIT Bombay. He is credited with helping I-PAC grow into one of the most significant political consulting organizations in India. I-PAC was established in 2015 and offers services like data-driven campaign management, support for governance, and voter outreach initiatives. It has collaborated with a number of Indian political groups throughout the years, notably West Bengal's Trinamool Congress (TMC). I-PAC reportedly collaborates closely with Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress, and his office. The company oversees the IT and media division of the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC and is in charge of creating its election campaigns. Mr. Jain was in charge of the Trinamool Congress's IT cell, according to Ms. Banerjee. According to his LinkedIn page, Jain, an engineering graduate from IIT Bombay, started his career as an analyst at the consulting firm Deloitte. He was one of the first members of Citizens of Accountable Governance, which later evolved into I-PAC. Arvind Kejriwal, M.K. Stalin, Jaganmohan Reddy, Uddhav Thackeray, Rahul Gandhi, and Nitish Kumar are just a few of the prominent figures with whom the political consultancy firm has collaborated.…
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