Sangsad Bhaban, June 27 -- The Narcotics Control (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was placed in Parliament on Saturday, proposing the establishment of separate tribunals for speedy trial of narcotics-related offences, introducing new legal provisions to tackle drug crimes in cyberspace and empowering the Department of Narcotics Control with firearms and dog squads to strengthen anti-smuggling operations, particularly along border areas.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed piloted the bill in the House, which was sent to the relevant parliamentary committee. The committee was asked to submit its report within three working days.

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