DGP Rajeev Sharma Inaugurates Advanced ANTF Office, Boosts Rajasthan’s War on Drugs

Jaipur, Nov 2025 : Rajasthan Police has achieved a major milestone in its mission to create a drug-free society. Director General of Police (DGP) Shri Rajeev Kumar Sharma inaugurated the newly built Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) office at Mahal Road, 7 No. Chauraha, Jagatpura, Jaipur on Wednesday. The new facility is expected to further strengthen the state police’s zero-tolerance policy toward drug trafficking.

Formal Inauguration Ceremony
DGP Sharma formally inaugurated the office by performing a traditional puja and cutting the ribbon. Inspector General (IG) of ANTF Shri Vikas Kumar gave the DGP a detailed tour of the facility and presented an overview of key ANTF operations and recent achievements.

During the event, officers in charge of 10 ANTF field units—including Sriganganagar, Jodhpur, Barmer, and Jalore—joined virtually to introduce themselves and share updates.

Several senior police officials were present at the ceremony, including DG Traffic Shri Anil Paliwal, ADGs Shri Dinesh M.N., Hawa Singh Ghumaria, Bhupendra Sahu, V.K. Singh, Vishal Bansal, Bipin Pandey, Prashakha Mathur, and Lata Manoj Kumar, among others.

DGP Sharma: Tighter Vigil on Inter-State Borders
Speaking to the media, DGP Rajeev Sharma outlined the mission and expansion plans of the ANTF. He said 18 ANTF outposts are to be established across the state, with 10 already operational. The force will be fully equipped with advanced resources to meet its objectives effectively.

He emphasized that a coordinated, large-scale crackdown on narcotics is underway through joint efforts involving both central and state agencies. To combat cross-border drug smuggling, anti-drone systems have been deployed along the international border to intercept aerial drug drops. “The BSF is already active in this effort, and Rajasthan Police is equally committed to curbing the supply chain of narcotics,” he stated firmly.

Local Police Support and Strict Legal Action
Sharma added that while local police units will assist in operations, the ANTF—being a dedicated unit—will channel all its time and energy exclusively toward anti-narcotics enforcement. He warned that offenders using minors in drug trafficking will face severe punishment under new legal provisions.

Since its formation, the ANTF has been conducting joint operations with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), and Sharma assured that these collaborative efforts will continue with even greater intensity.

With the establishment of this new headquarters, Rajasthan takes another decisive step in its mission to eradicate the drug menace and protect future generations from its harmful impact.