**Executive Summary**
This document is a notification from the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, issued on February 17, 2026. It announces the constitution of an Advisory Board under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PITNDPS) Act, 1988. The board's headquarters will be in Delhi, effective from February 17, 2026, and its term is initially for one year or until further orders.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Advisory Board Constitution:**
* An Advisory Board is constituted under Section 9(a) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988 (PITNDPS Act).
* **Effective Date & Duration:**
* The board is effective from February 17, 2026.
* The term is initially for one year or until further orders.
* **Board Headquarters:**
* Headquarters of the advisory board will be in Delhi.
* **Board Members:**
* Hon'ble Justice (Retd.) Dharmesh Sharma: Chairman
* Sh. Nalin Kohli, Advocate: Member
* Sh. Gajender Kumar, Advocate: Member
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: National Capital Territory of Delhi**
* **Impact:** The Delhi Government is responsible for the oversight of drug enforcement and policy.
* **Action Required:** Ensure the board is set up and resourced appropriately to fulfill its mandate.
**Stakeholder: Advisory Board Members**
* **Impact:** Members are appointed to perform their duties under the PITNDPS Act, 1988.
* **Action Required:** Members must actively participate in the board's operations and fulfill their responsibilities as defined by the Act.
**Stakeholder: Law Enforcement Agencies**
* **Impact:** Agencies responsible for combating drug trafficking will have access to the board's advice and recommendations.
* **Action Required:** Engage with the board and utilize its expertise to enhance their drug enforcement efforts.
Key Entities Referenced
Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act, 1988: Governing law for the Advisory Board being constituted.
Advisory Board: Board constituted under the PITNDPS Act, 1988 to advise on matters related to illicit traffic in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
Delhi: National Capital Territory where the policy is applicable and where the Advisory Board is located.
Home Department: Department of the Delhi government issuing the notification.
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HOME DEPARTMENT
NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 17th February, 2026
F. No. 8/108/NCORD/2023/HP-II/301-317.—In exercise of the powers conferred by
Sub-section 9 (a) of Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act, 1988,
the Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to constitute an Advisory Board under
PITNDPS Act, 1988 by designating the following members for the purpose of the said Act, with its
Headquarters at Delhi w.e.f 17.02.2026 and the term of Board will be initially for a period of one year or
till further orders.
1. Hon’ble Justice (Retd.) Dharmesh Sharma : Chairman
2. Sh. Nalin Kohli, Advocate : Member
3. Sh. Gajender Kumar, Advocate : Member
By Order and in the Name of the Lt. Governor
of the National Capital Territory of Delhi,
NITIN PANIGRAHI, Dy. Secy. (Home)
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