<h1>Drug Conviction Rate Soars to 86% in Punjab Amid Crackdown; 1,485 Arrested Under NDPS Act</h1> The conviction rate in drug cases in Punjab has increased to 86% over the past three years, according to the state's finance minister. The government's anti-drug initiative, 'Yudh Nashian Virudh,' has led to the arrest of 1,485 drug peddlers and the registration of 1,072 FIRs under the NDPS Act in 11 days. Significant seizures include 76 kg of heroin, 50 kg of opium, and 7 lakh drug tablets. Properties of 26 traffickers have been demolished. The minister criticized previous administrations for protecting smugglers and highlighted the government's efforts in raising awareness through educational programs.