26/05/2026
GOVERNMENT OF SIKKIM
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE
SORENG DISTRICT, SIKKIM
PRESS RELEASE
Soreng, May 26, 2026
WAR AGAINST DRUGS
In a continued and determined effort under the ongoing campaign against drug abuse and illicit substances, the Nayabazar Police Station has successfully intercepted three individuals suspected to be involved in the consumption and unlawful handling of contraband substances in the Nayabazar area. The individuals have been identified as:
1. Bibek Rai, 27 years, S/O Ganesh Rai, resident of Nayabazar
2. Bhupen Rai, 23 years, S/O Sanjay Rai, resident of Nayabazar, and
3. Raj Kumar Sarki, 32 years, S/O Lall Bahadur Sarki, resident of Nayabazar
During sustained interrogation, all three individuals admitted to the consumption of contraband substances.
Subsequently, they were taken to the Community Health Centre, Jorethang, for medical examination, including screening through the Multiple Drug Testing Kit (MDTK), wherein all three individuals tested positive for substance use.
Following the medical examination, the individuals were detained at the Police Station on the night of 25.05.2026 for completion of necessary formalities pertaining to their rehabilitation and counselling process. Thereafter, on 26.05.2026, all three individuals were referred to the Nawlo Jeewan Rehabilitation Facility, Samlik Marchak, Ranipool, for counselling, treatment, and de-addiction rehabilitation.
The Soreng District Police reiterates its unwavering commitment towards combating drug abuse and making the district drug-free. The public is urged to extend active cooperation and support in this collective fight against narcotic substances and substance abuse.
Let us work together towards building a “Nasha Mukta Soreng District” and ensure a safer, healthier, and brighter future for our youth and society.
Sd/-
Nahkul Pradhan, SPS
Superintendent of Police
Soreng District, Sikkim