Abstract: Narcotic drugs pose a significant threat to public health, safety, and security in India, prompting the enactment of stringent laws like the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. This Act prohibits the manufacture, production, possession, sale, and consumption of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, empowering law enforcement agencies to take stringent measures against offenders. Despite these laws, India faces challenges in combating narcotics trafficking and abuse, necessitating continued efforts and international cooperation to address this complex issue and work towards a safer and healthier society.

Keywords: NDPS Act, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), stringent laws, public health, international cooperation, drug trafficking, psychotropic substances, law enforcement.