Guwahati, April 22 -- Despite continued enforcement efforts, Shillong and several other regions in Meghalaya remain plagued by the persistent drug menace.

According to a report by The Shillong Times, some officials tackling the crisis believe that dismantling drug supply networks could yield better results than focusing primarily on users in urban areas.

Speaking to The Shillong Times on Monday, several officials pointed out that the masterminds behind the drug trade often operate from Myanmar or Manipur, while only the street-level dealers are active within Meghalaya.

They stated the need for strong intelligence networks to intercept narcotics in transit, particularly along key highways and lesser-known routes.

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