Rawalpindi Turns Into Drug Hub as Ice & Other Drugs Sold Openly
Open drug dealing reported in Ratta Amral, Ganj Mandi, and Pirwadhai as residents warn of rising addiction among youth.
By Web Desk • May 14, 2026

Drug Networks Operating Freely in Rawalpindi, Youth at Serious Risk
Rawalpindi Turns Into Drug Hub as Ice & Other Drugs Sold Openly
Rawalpindi is witnessing a disturbing rise in open drug dealing, particularly in the areas falling under Ratta Amral, Ganj Mandi and Pirwadhai police stations, where residents claim that dangerous narcotics including ICE are being sold openly without fear or restriction.
According to local residents and social circles, drug addicts can be seen using narcotics publicly while the younger generation is rapidly falling into addiction. Citizens allege that despite repeated complaints and growing concern, no effective crackdown has been launched raising serious questions over law enforcement performance in these areas.
Public circles have strongly criticized the alleged silence and inaction of the police, stating that the unchecked spread of drugs is pushing Rawalpindi’s youth toward destruction, crime and social collapse. Citizens have appealed to senior authorities, including Punjab Police high command and the provincial government to take immediate notice and launch strict operations against drug networks operating in the city.
Residents further demanded accountability from concerned police stations and called for a city wide anti-narcotics operation to protect the future of the youth before the situation worsens further.