‘Operation Toofan’: police step up vigil on drivers
Police have launched 'Operation Toofan' to increase surveillance and drug screening for inter-state bus and ambulance drivers following reports of substance abuse. The initiative aims to improve public safety by coordinating efforts between transport, excise, and police departments.
Why it matters
It addresses critical public safety concerns regarding the professional conduct of emergency and public transport operators.
The police have stepped up surveillance of inter-State bus drivers and ambulance operators following complaints that some personnel may have been consuming or transporting synthetic drugs while on duty. The move follows recent complaints from passengers who alerted the police after observing behaviour they suspected could be linked to drug use among some bus crew members.
According to police sources, the recent rise in cases involving synthetic drug use among some transport workers has raised concerns about passenger safety.
A senior police officer said the ongoing special drive under ‘Operation Toofan’ was part of a multi-layered action plan aimed at ensuring long-term public safety. “Sector-wise interventions, including the latest one targeting drivers, will continue under a result-oriented action plan,” he added.
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