Role of Technology in Combating Drug TraffickingBlogs HomeEvery year, 26th June is celebrated as the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking or World Drug Day. In addition, it will scale the role of technology in combating illicit drug trafficking. Definition of Drug Trafficking: Drug trafficking involves the illicit trading of narcotics and other illegal drugs like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, cannabis, and synthetic products. Prevalence of Drug Trafficking in India: India's challenge with drug trafficking can be attributed to its geography, large border areas, and vast consumer market. The government has to emphasise the problem of drug trafficking with the latest security technology as drug trafficking is a threat to national security.

Source: Hindustan Times June 26, 2023 13:21 UTC