Sukhu’s Reward Announcement Sends a Clear Political Signal to Kangra
Sourabh sood
Dharamshala
Amid the rising menace of chitta (synthetic drugs) in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu made a decisive and symbolic move by announcing hefty cash rewards for information on drug trafficking — not from Shimla, but from Dharamshala in Kangra district. The announcement is being seen not just as a law-and-order initiative, but also as a calculated political message aimed directly at Kangra, the state’s largest and most politically influential district.
For months, the Congress government has been facing criticism that Kangra — despite its political weight — was being sidelined in major decisions. Sukhu’s decision to unveil the state’s biggest anti-drug initiative from Kangra is being read as a clear indication that the district now stands at the center of the government’s political and administrative priorities.
The timing is crucial. Chitta trafficking has become a deepening crisis in several key belts of Kangra, especially Dehra, Shahpur, Nagrota and Damtal. By announcing significant rewards for credible information, the Chief Minister not only issued a strong warning to traffickers but also attempted to turn ordinary citizens into active participants in the fight. The cash incentive underscores the government’s seriousness in transforming the campaign from purely a policing exercise to a larger societal movement.
Politically, the move is being viewed as the Congress’ attempt to strengthen its grip on Kangra — a district where the opposition has been constantly targeting the government for alleged inaction and neglect. Sukhu’s message is clear: major decisions will now emerge from Kangra too, and the district is not just a symbolic political stage but a decisive center for policy direction.
Crackdown on chitta, public participation, and Kangra at the forefront…
Sukhu’s announcement goes beyond law enforcement. It delivers an unmistakable political signal — Kangra is now the frontline district in the government’s strategy, and the Chief Minister is watching every issue here directly.
