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Prescription Drug Abuse Surges in Chennai as Traffickers Evade Law Enforcement

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Chennai authorities are grappling with a sharp rise in prescription drug abuse, particularly involving Tapentadol and Nitrazepam. Police have found injection marks on young individuals, pointing to widespread misuse of these controlled substances. Despite more frequent seizures, existing enforcement laws have proven inadequate in curbing the problem. Traffickers have shifted to underground networks to avoid detection, complicating police efforts. Authorities are now working to strengthen the legal framework and tighten supply chain monitoring for these drugs.

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