Mysuru: City police have launched an exclusive anonymous complaint QR code initiative to combat the drug menace and as a student safety measure.Deputy commissioner of police (law and order), Mysuru City, Harsha Priyamvada, told TOI that the QR code enables students to report drug-related incidents or suspicious conduct, or to flag a fellow student who may need counselling, without fear of being identified.The initiative follows a recent breakthrough in the transportation of illegal ganja. Police have stepped up action against drug peddlers after launching the Vimukthi initiative in Feb, followed by the Sanmitra initiatives aimed at making the city free of ganja and synthetic drugs.Distinct QR codes have been printed and placed across educational institutions in the city. Students can scan the code on any smartphone, submit a complaint or concern, and complete the process in under 30 seconds.Police said the system does not create a digital trail linking the report to the sender, ensuring anonymity.Officers underscored that the portal is not only for complaints but also to connect students with rehabilitation support.Reports indicating a student needs help will trigger confidential counselling outreach rather than disciplinary action.Police added that neither names nor phone numbers will be recorded. Students can report drug peddling, ragging, harassment, suspicious activity or any nuisance on campus.Meanwhile, an investigation into the recent drug recovery — in which 280kg of ganja was seized by the CCB police team — is under way. Police are examining the spread of the network and its proximity to young people. Four arrested persons are likely to be taken into custody to trace the source, destination, and others involved in the illegal consignment.
