Peshawar: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has passed the ‘Control of Narcotic Substances (Amendment) Bill’, introducing stricter measures to combat drug trade, possession, and smuggling.

According to Radio Pakistan, the bill was presented by Provincial Minister for Excise and Narcotics Control, Khaliq-uz-Zaman. It outlines different punishments based on the type and quantity of narcotics, aiming to curtail the proliferation of illegal substances in the region.

The bill also introduces strict measures against drug-related activities in educational institutions. This move is intended to ensure a safer academic environment for students, reflecting the government’s commitment to protecting young people from the dangers of narcotics.