Seraikela Police Distribute Seeds to Combat Opium Farming

Pre-Cultivation Drive Targets Illegal Crop in Chauka Block

Key Points:

• Police distribute 450 kg alternative crop seeds in Mutuda village
• 70-80 farmer families receive chickpea, mustard, wheat and pea seeds
• Verification reveals many fields shifted from opium to legal crops

SERAIKELA – Seraikela police have launched a pre-cultivation drive in the district, distributing high-quality seeds to farmers as part of efforts to prevent illegal opium cultivation during the current crop season.

The police administration is conducting a comprehensive campaign across the district. Officers are reaching out to villagers through various channels. The focus remains on promoting alternative farming practices.

Verification was conducted at sites where illegal opium cultivation occurred last season. Many fields showed positive changes this year. Farmers had ploughed their lands for other crops.

On Tuesday, a team visited Mutuda village. The location falls under Chauka police station jurisdiction. Station in-charge Bajrang Mahto led the distribution exercise.

Police distributed approximately 450 kilograms of seeds. The varieties included chickpea, mustard, wheat and pea. All seeds were of high quality standards.

Around 70 to 80 farmer families participated. The community action demonstrates growing cooperation with authorities. Each family received adequate seed quantities for cultivation.

The police administration believes these crops offer viable alternatives. Farmers can easily return to traditional vegetables. Moreover, grain cultivation provides sustainable income sources.

The Superintendent of Police issued an appeal. He urged residents to abandon opium farming completely. Furthermore, he emphasized adopting safer and profitable alternatives.

The anti-drug campaign continues across Seraikela district. Authorities are monitoring previously identified cultivation sites. In addition, awareness programs complement the seed distribution initiative.

This year’s verification covered all last season’s illegal cultivation areas. The campaign against illegal opium aims to eliminate the practice entirely.