ANF and Provincial Agencies Work Together for a Drug-Free Pakistan

The Director-General of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), Major General Abdul Moeed Hilal Imtiaz Malri, embarked on a two-day visit to Balochistan, marking a significant step up in the fight against narcotics in the region. During his visit, Malri reviewed the poppy eradication campaign and oversaw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the ANF and the Excise and Anti-Narcotics Department of Balochistan on April 7, 2025.

Key Developments
– MoU Signing: The MoU, signed by Secretary Excise Zafar Ali and Brigadier Adnan Danish, aims to reinforce collaboration between federal and provincial agencies in combating narcotics under the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) framework.
– Joint Anti-Drug Efforts: The new framework for joint anti-drug efforts between the federation and the province was launched, solidifying the commitment to a coordinated approach in tackling the narcotics menace.
– Arrests and Seizures: The ANF also arrested illegal Afghan residents involved in poppy cultivation, with a case registered against the accused under the Narcotics Control Act.

Enhanced Cooperation
The DG ANF’s visit included a meeting with the Loralai Scouts, where Commandant Brigadier Naveed Qalb Abbas welcomed Malri. The ANF assured full cooperation in eradicating drugs, underscoring the agency’s commitment to making Pakistan safe from the scourge of narcotics.

Ongoing Efforts
The ANF will continue its tireless efforts and campaigns against narcotics, building on its successful operations and partnerships with local authorities. This development is a significant step forward in the fight against narcotics in Balochistan and Pakistan as a whole.