The Supreme Court on Monday (16th Dec) ruled that the NIA can investigate not only scheduled offences but also non-scheduled offences if a connection is established. The court denied bail to Ankush Vipan Kapoor, accused of smuggling heroin, linking him to a larger smuggling network. Concerns over drug abuse and societal impacts were also highlighted.
On December 16, the Supreme Court expressed concern over drug abuse in India as it reviewed a bail petition for Ankush Vipan Kapoor, accused of heroin smuggling. The court urged for youth rehabilitation and open discussions. Kapoor’s bail was cancelled to facilitate a thorough investigation into his drug syndicate activities, highlighting the narco-terrorism threat.