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Karnataka Considers Empowering Anti-Narcotics Task Force
india · The HinduThe Karnataka government is considering granting police station powers to the Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) to enhance its ability to investigate and prosecute narcotics cases.
At a glance
- The ANTF currently lacks independent powers to book cases and investigate narcotics cases.
- Empowering the ANTF would enable it to build intelligence on narcotics supply networks and improve conviction rates.
- The move is part of the State government's efforts to combat the narcotics menace in Karnataka.