India to Host BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Assam
Source: Lokmat Times | Original Published At: 2026-07-05 07:58:21 UTC
Key Points
- India is set to host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati, Assam, on July 6-7.
- The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) will lead discussions on combating synthetic drugs and precursor diversion.
- Six thematic sessions will address digital technology, darknet trafficking, and new psychoactive substances.
- The meeting aims to adopt a joint declaration and shift BRICS cooperation to action-oriented collaboration.
- India's BRICS Chairship theme focuses on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability.
- BRICS currently comprises 11 member countries including Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and UAE.