Drug trafficking and addiction are serious problems in Assam, particularly affecting the youth. The state has become a transit point for narcotics, with drugs flowing in from neighboring countries. Authorities have launched several operations to combat drug trafficking networks and have stepped up drug abuse prevention programs in schools and communities. Rehabilitation centers are also being developed to help individuals struggling with addiction.
Despite these efforts, Assam’s location as a gateway to Southeast Asia makes it a prime target for drug smuggling, and local communities are often vulnerable to the lure of easy access to illicit substances. Authorities are working on strengthening border control measures and collaborating with regional law enforcement agencies to curb the flow of drugs into the state.