Drug addiction: An alarming situation in Punjab

Pages: 343-344
Anubhav Walia (Department of Social Work, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab)

This study tries to analyse the problem of drug addiction in Punjab which is serious and sensitive issue. The study found that the problem of drug addiction has reached alarming proportions and which further led to many socioeconomic and health problems in Punjab. Indeed, many implications and strict rules have been laid by concerned governmental agencies against the rising trend of addiction, yet the problem seems to persist and is increasing. Thus, to combat this crisis government should adopt various measures with strict rules.