Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand has been honored with the prestigious “Excellence in Anti-Narcotics Award” at the World Police Summit (WPS) 2025, organized by the Dubai Police from May 13 to 16.
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The award was presented during a grand ceremony at the Dubai Police Officers Club, UAE, recognizing the exceptional efforts of the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) in combating drug trafficking and consumption.
Hyderabad Outshines Global Police Forces
This global honor was conferred upon CV Anand due to his proactive leadership in executing anti-narcotics operations, community awareness programs, and the strategic crackdown on drug networks within Hyderabad. The recognition places Hyderabad on the global map, as it triumphed over several high-performing police departments from 138 countries participating in the summit.
Impactful Drug Control Measures in Hyderabad
Over the last three years, the H-NEW team has made significant progress by:
- Launching large-scale drug awareness campaigns among students and youth.
- Arresting key narcotics suppliers and peddlers.
- Forming anti-drug committees in educational institutions.
- Promoting rehabilitation and recovery measures for addicts.
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Commissioner CV Anand Expresses Gratitude
During his address, CV Anand credited the award to the hard work and dedication of his H-NEW team. He emphasized the innovative methods adopted in tracking, preventing, and eliminating drug-related activities in the city. “This award belongs to every officer who went the extra mile to make Hyderabad drug-free,” he said.
India’s Drug Challenges Highlighted at Global Platform
In a panel discussion at the summit, Anand spoke on India’s increasing drug challenges, especially post-COVID. He highlighted:
- Routes through which narcotics enter India.
- Action taken against organized drug syndicates.
- Government’s role in educational outreach and rehabilitation efforts.