Why does India remain on the US drug list despite efforts?

Geographic, commercial, and economic factors in India facilitate drug transit and production.

What has been the impact of US narcotics control efforts?

Narcoterrorists responsible for drug invasions have been killed, jailed, or deterred by fear of US justice.

How did Trump describe the US actions against drug enemies?

He stated that the US has inflicted unprecedented losses and is continuing efforts.

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Trump Welcomes Modi's Efforts Against Opium as India Remains on US Drug List

India named among major illicit drug producing countries by the United States

United States President Donald Trump acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts against opium cultivation while listing India among the major illicit drug producing countries. Trump praised the crackdown during a statement on Wednesday, highlighting ongoing challenges in narcotics control.

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Published Sep 16, 2026

News Desk, Niharika Times

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US President Donald Trump acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts against opium cultivation while keeping India on the US list of major illicit drug producing countries. He highlighted the challenges India faces due to geographic, commercial, and economic factors that facilitate drug transit and production.

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Despite robust and diligent narcotics control and law enforcement measures, India remains on the US list due to geographic, commercial, and economic factors that facilitate drug transit and production. Trump emphasized that narcoterrorists responsible for drug invasions are either dead, imprisoned, or living in fear of facing American justice. He added, "We have inflicted unprecedented losses on our enemies, and we are just getting started."

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Why does India remain on the US drug list despite efforts?: Geographic, commercial, and economic factors in India facilitate drug transit and production.
What has been the impact of US narcotics control efforts?: Narcoterrorists responsible for drug invasions have been killed, jailed, or deterred by fear of US justice.
How did Trump describe the US actions against drug enemies?: He stated that the US has inflicted unprecedented losses and is continuing efforts.

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