New Delhi, Nov. 6 -- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Government has resolved to make India completely drug-free by December 31, 2029.

Addressing the force at the President's Colour investiture ceremony in Dehradun, Shah said drug trafficking was a serious challenge facing the country and stressed that efforts to combat the menace must continue with determination. He appreciated the Uttarakhand Police for its work in tackling drug trafficking and cybercrime and expressed confidence that Devbhoomi would also become drug-free within the next three years.

Shah also highlighted the country's progress in combating Naxalism, saying coordinated efforts by state police forces and central armed police forces had helped overcome t...