Nasha Mukt
J&K: IEC Campaign against Drug Abuse kicks off in Ganderbal
GANDERBAL, APRIL 04: District
Administration Ganderbal today launched the Information Education and
Communication campaign against drug abuse under Nasha Mukt Jammu and
Kashmir, with a mega awareness event held at the Auditorium Hall of Boys
Higher Secondary School (BHSS), Ganderbal.
The event was presided over by the
Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, as the chief guest. Among other
dignitaries present were Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Faheem Bihaqi,
District Social Welfare Officer, Deputy CEO, and a large gathering of locals
and students.
The objective of the program was to
raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and promote healthy living, and
engage youth in community building.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC
highlighted the grave threat posed by drug abuse, particularly to the youth and
their families.
Highlighting the ill effects of
drug abuse, the DC said that the drugs destroy lives and once someone falls
into the trap, it becomes very difficult to come out.
He emphasized that the campaign
isn’t just about warnings or statistics, it’s about building a compassionate
society that treats addiction as a health crisis rather than a moral failure.
Emphasizing the importance of
empathy and support, he said that we must change our mindset towards addicts
and need to stand beside those who are suffering and help them rehabilitate.
He maintained that the district
administration is committed to making Ganderbal drug-free and our collective
efforts should ensure this message reaches every nook and corner of the
district.
The ADC, while addressing the
gathering, pointed out that students, especially those in vulnerable age groups
are most at risk. He called for collective vigilance, urging parents and
teachers to recognize the subtle signs and take preventive steps before it’s
too late.
The ADC implored students to
act as ambassadors of the campaign and appealed to them to become our
mouthpieces and share this awareness with your families and friends.
Resource persons from Education,
Social Welfare and Health at the event also delivered informative sessions,
educating the audience about the ill effects of drug abuse and sharing
practical preventive measures.
The campaign aims to spread
awareness, encourage rehabilitation, and mobilize community support to
eliminate the menace of drugs from Ganderbal district.