Myanmar overtakes Afghanistan as top illicit opium source; NCB flags India risk
Published on: June 27, 2026, 11:42 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Myanmar has become the world's top source of illicit opium, surpassing Afghanistan due to its ongoing civil war and economic crisis. This surge poses a significant security threat to India, with a new trafficking route directly impacting its northeastern states, fueling terror financing and arms smuggling. The report also highlights the growing global drug use and the emergence of ultra-potent synthetic opioids as a major health concern.
