ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has ordered a ban on direct deliveries to students in schools and colleges to stop the supply of drugs to educational institutions.
The order came during a hearing on a petition asking for anti-drug education to be included in the school curriculum. Justice Inam Ameen Minhas heard the case and issued strong remarks on how drugs are reaching students.
The judge noted that drugs are being delivered to students through courier services and food delivery apps. He said that students often order items like pizza, and drugs are delivered along with them. “All direct deliveries to students must be stopped,” he said.
Justice Minhas instructed the authorities to check which schools and colleges receive regular direct deliveries and what items are being delivered. He also warned that action will be taken against institutions that do not follow the court’s orders.
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The judge further asked the government why the National Anti-Narcotics Council has not been formed yet. This council is meant to be a high-level body headed by the Prime Minister and includes the Chief Ministers of all provinces.
He also asked the Cabinet Secretary to submit a report on the formation of the council and steps taken to control drugs in schools and colleges.
The court directed all concerned departments to take immediate action and submit a detailed report in the next hearing. The case was adjourned until May 28.
