Vande Mataram is a mantra for nation-building: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government is working on revising the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act to remove existing loopholes and strengthen enforcement against drug trafficking. Speaking at the 10th National Narcotics Coordination (NCORD) meeting in Delhi, he urged states to suggest amendments and stressed a strict approach toward drug suppliers and traffickers.

Shah highlighted major achievements in drug seizures, stating that India has significantly increased its crackdown on narcotics in recent years. He also unveiled a three-step strategy—“Identify, Block, and Destroy”—along with a vision document for 2026–29. Additionally, he described Vande Mataram as more than a patriotic song, calling it a mantra for nation-building.