Anti-chitta movement in Himachal transforming into mass movement
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SHIMLA 22 March, 2026
A Spokesperson of the Himachal Pradesh Police stated today here that under the statewide anti-drug mass movement “Chitta-Free Himachal,” launched by the Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on 15 November 2025, the Himachal Pradesh Police has been continuously carrying out coordinated, intensive and effective actions across various districts of the state to strengthen this resolve. This campaign has now taken the form of a powerful mass movement, ensuring active participation from the government, administration and the public.
He said that Himachal Pradesh Police has strictly enforced a zero-tolerance policy within its own force against drug abuse and corruption, taking a highly significant and stringent action. Four police personnel from STF Kullu have been dismissed from service with immediate effect after being found involved in a serious NDPS case.
He further said that after thorough examination, Constable Nitesh, Constable Ashok, Head Constable Rajesh Kumar and Head Constable Sameer Kumar were dismissed from service under provisions of the Constitution of India and Himachal Pradesh Police Act. Earlier, 17 police personnel had already been dismissed in drug-related cases in the state, which has now increased to 21 with the present action.
The spokesperson said that in this context, it is reiterated that the Chief Minister’s clear and firm message has reached across the state that there will be absolutely zero tolerance for any involvement of police personnel in drug (chitta) trafficking or peddling. Furthermore, strict action will also be ensured against any police officers or personnel who show negligence, laxity or leniency towards such offenders, their associates or networks.
