Trafficking of illicit drugs has crossed all barriers and has spread its venomnous tentacles to grip several countries worldwide. It is one of the major concerns for most of the countries who have been ardently trying to stop this evil but given the attributing factors, not much could have been done as yet.
The theme to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking this year was “Do drugs control your life? Your life, your community; No place for drugs.” The theme has tried to focus on the issues related to illicit trafficking and its consequences.
Illicit trafficking of drugs is a crime that has gripped mostly women and youth who have got into the trade due to certain socio-economic reasons. The prime factor which could lure them is quick and easy access to money. Poverty and unemployment are the most important reasons. Other factors like lack of education, personal drug use, proximity to narcotics stashes have also contributed a lot to this thriving industry. “The thrill of not getting caught” has also been cited as a cause by some youth involved in this trade. But the stark reality is that most of them do not realize the dire judicial as well as social consequences that could arise if they are caught. They are also not aware of the health risks associated with swallowing of drug pellets which, in several cases, has proved to be fatal.
The law enforcement agencies of different countries have been repeatedly successful in drug seizure cases. In most cases the chief victims are the ‘carriers’ who have been enticed by the drug pushers to act as ‘mules’. But is it possible to reach these drug barons who control the trade?
Everyone has his bit to do. Isn’t it true that if ‘there are no buyers there will be no sellers?’ So take a resolution to stay drug free. Save yourself and your community.
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