India Launches First National Anti-Narcotics Helpline '1933' and MANAS Initiative
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of India's first national toll-free anti-narcotics helpline '1933' and email service MANAS |
| Launch Date | July 18, 2023 |
| Launched By | Union Home Minister Amit Shah |
| Helpline Number | 1933 |
| Email Service | info.ncbmanas@gov.in |
| Website | ncbmanas.gov.in |
| Purpose | To report drug-related crimes and seek assistance 24×7 |
| Scope | Trafficking, illegal sale, storage, manufacturing, and cultivation of narcotics |
| Confidentiality | Guaranteed |
| Legal Framework | NDPS Act (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act) |
| Government Policy | 'Zero-tolerance policy' against drug trafficking |
| Goal | Drug-free India by 2047 |
| Supporting Initiatives | NCB zonal offices, Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign, enhanced forensic capabilities, judicial frameworks |
| NCORD Mechanism | Established in 2016 for state-central coordination via a four-tier system |
| Future Steps | State-level anti-narcotics task forces, dedicated portals, specialized courts for drug-related cases |