Thiruvananthapuram, June 10 -- Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday congratulated the education minister on the launch of "Operation Toofan" and called for the creation of "Toofan Warriors" to combat the growing menace of drug abuse among youth.

His remarks came in the context of Operation Toofan, a statewide campaign aimed at dismantling drug networks and curbing the spread of narcotics in the state.

Speaking to reporters, Chennithala said the initiative would help create greater awareness among students through the involvement of the Education Department.

"With the help of the Education Department, we are reaching out to schools and educating students. There should be 'Toofan Warriors' to fight against the menace of ...