India, July 9 -- More than 10,000 drug addicts in Punjab have been granted immunity from prosecution under Section 64A of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act as part of the state government's anti-drug campaign, officials said.

Under the 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' campaign launched in March 2025, a total of 10,656 individuals struggling with drug addiction have been shifted towards treatment and rehabilitation instead of facing legal action for consumption or possession of small quantities for personal use.

According to the Punjab government, these individuals have been admitted to government-run de-addiction and rehabilitation centres where they receive medical treatment, counselling and support for recovery.

The Punj...