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urgent reforms needed to eradicate drug menace says president

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The article is about drug enforcement policy in Sri Lanka with no direct commercial mechanism. No commodity, company, or supply chain impact is identified. The event is purely regulatory/law enforcement with no concrete commercial channel.

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  • President called for urgent reforms to combat drug menace on October 7, 2025.
  • 80% increase in narcotics raids since initiative launch.
  • Seized over 5,437 kg cannabis, 1,936 kg heroin since October 30, 2025.
  • Arrested 168,460 suspects.
  • Discussed separate court for narcotics cases and community prevention programs.