Ramlila Park in Nandgram Turns Into Drug Hotspot: Once known for children’s laughter, morning walks, and peaceful community gatherings, Ramlila Park in C-Block, Nandgram (Ghaziabad), is now facing a disturbing transformation. What was meant to be a safe public space has slowly become an open drug hotspot, where addicts roam freely and illegal activities continue openly—raising serious concerns for safety, law enforcement, and public health.

Residents say the condition has worsened so much that families have stopped visiting the park, fearing for their safety. What was once a recreational space has turned into a zone of danger, fear, and unchecked criminal behavior.

Park Turning Into a Drug Den: A Growing Threat

According to local residents, groups of minors and young adults can be seen consuming alcohol and injecting dangerous substances such as “Avil” in broad daylight. Used syringes, broken bottles, and empty medicine vials scattered across the park reveal how deeply drug abuse has taken root in this area.

This is not just a nuisance—it is a public health crisis waiting to explode. Open access to syringes increases the risk of infections, injuries, accidental needle contact, and the spread of serious diseases.

Women’s Safety Under Serious Threat

The park has reportedly become a danger zone for women. Locals allege that intoxicated youths often harass women and young girls passing through the area. Anyone who dares to object faces verbal abuse, threats, or even attempted physical assault.

Residents say the environment has become so unsafe that respectable families avoid stepping into the park, especially after evening hours.

Allegations Against a Home Guard: Locals Feel Betrayed

Shockingly, residents allege that a home guard posted in the area is supporting these illegal activities. According to them, instead of taking action, the home guard scolds the locals when they complain.

Such allegations raise serious questions about police accountability, local law enforcement practices, and internal oversight. If true, it reflects a dangerous nexus enabling criminal elements to operate freely.

Police Presence Only for Show? Residents Question Action

Although complaints have reportedly been submitted multiple times to Nandgram Police Station, locals claim that police action often ends with mere “formality visits” to the park. No significant crackdown or sustained enforcement has been carried out, allowing anti-social elements to thrive.

As a result, residents feel abandoned and helpless, watching their neighborhood deteriorate.

Kisan Organization Steps In: Formal Complaint Submitted

Seeing no solid action from authorities, the Kisan Sewa (A) Organization has stepped forward.
Its National President, Sachin Sharma, submitted a written memorandum to the Station House Officer demanding:

• Immediate removal of drug addicts from the park

• Continuous patrolling

• Strict legal action

• Cleanup of syringes and harmful waste

Their involvement highlights the severity of the situation and the need for community-driven action.

Police Response: Regular Patrolling Claimed, Stricter Action Promised

ACP Nandgram, Upasana Pandey, acknowledged that the issue was brought to their notice earlier. She claimed:

• Regular police patrolling is being conducted

• More strict action will be taken if incidents continue

• Monitoring of nearby medical stores will be increased to prevent easy access to injectable drugs

While the reassurance is important, residents believe only consistent, visible, and strong enforcement will restore safety.

Why This Issue Matters: A Bigger Public Concern

This situation is not just about one park in Ghaziabad — it is a reflection of a growing problem across many Indian cities:

✔ Increasing drug addiction among minors

✔ Lack of surveillance in public spaces

✔ Easy availability of harmful injectable drugs

✔ Weak coordination between citizens and law enforcement

✔ Women’s safety increasingly at risk

✔ Public parks losing their social purpose

When a public park becomes unsafe, the entire neighborhood suffers—from children losing a safe play area to senior citizens being forced indoors.

What Needs to Be Done Immediately

1. Strong and consistent police patrolling

Not just symbolic visits — real monitoring at different times of the day.

2. Removal of drug addicts and criminal elements

Counseling and rehabilitation must follow strict enforcement.

3. CCTV installation inside and around the park

Surveillance helps deter illegal activities.

4. Strict regulation of nearby chemists

Sales of injectable drugs like Avil must be monitored closely.

5. Community vigilance groups

Residents and authorities must work together for safety.

Public Spaces Must Be Protected

The condition of Ramlila Park in Nandgram is a harsh reminder that public safety cannot be ignored. Parks are meant for children, families, and senior citizens—not for illegal activities.
It is crucial that authorities act quickly, consistently, and transparently so that this important community space can once again become a safe, clean, and family-friendly environment.

Until then, residents remain concerned, vigilant, and hopeful for real, positive change.