Jammu, April 22 -- National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah on Monday voiced concern over the escalating drugs menace in Jammu and Kashmir, labelling it a significant threat to the region's youngsters and their future.

He also laid stress on the need for a robust and resolute response to the issue.

"Drugs are a big problem for us. Our children are being ruined by it. Our future is falling into darkness because of it. We have to wage a big war against it, in a very strong manner. We must eliminate this menace completely," he told reporters after inaugurating a cricket tournament.

Responding to queries about Pakistan's alleged involvement in pushing narcotics into Jammu and Kashmir as part of a broader narco-terrorism strategy, Abdull...