Rajouri Administration, HEM, students & civil society join hands against drug menace.

GNS ONLINE RAJOURI 
SHYAM SOOD 

RAJOURI, MAY 29:–District Administration Rajouri in collaboration with the Himalayan Education Mission (HEM) and members of civil society on Monday joined hands to organise a mega anti-drug awareness program with the goal of making society free of drugs.
The event was organised at HEM College at Thandikassi which was chaired b y Deputy Commissioner, Vikas Kundal, IAS, while SSP Rajouri, Amritpal Singh, IPS was the guest of honour.
More than 1000 students, locals, PRI, Urban Local Bodies members, religious, & community leaders, and prominent citizens were present at the event, marking a significant milestone in the collective fight against substance abuse.
Lectures were delivered on the effects of drugs on the individual and society by ward councillors, senior citizens, religious leaders, and social activists.
The program aimed to educate and inspire the youth to reject drugs and embrace a lifestyle that promotes well-being and positivity.
The event commenced with a keynote address by the DC, Vikas Kundal emphasizing the significance of collective responsibility in tackling the grave challenges posed by drugs.
He underlined the pressing need to launch the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign) in the district & stressed the detrimental effects on the human body, both physically and mentally.
He also highlighted various initiatives of the District Administration took to eradicate this societal menace.
He also shared the successful operationalization of the Advanced Treatment Facility (ATF) and Drug De-addiction Centre in Rajouri, ensuring that individuals struggling with addiction receive the necessary support and guidance on their path to recovery.
“The District Administration is working to make maximum Panchayats drugs free and instructions were issued to constitute ward/ city/ Panchayat wise anti-drugs committee,” said the DC.
SSP Amritpal Singh emphasized the importance of fostering a strong partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community to effectively combat drug-related crimes.
He assured the audience of the police force’s relentless efforts to apprehend drug peddlers and bring them to justice, ensuring a safer environment for all residents of Rajouri.
SSP emphasised the importance of sports activities in channeling youth’s energy towards constructive pursuits & elaborated the mega collaborative efforts of the police force and civil administration in launching a concerted battle against drugs.
Additional DC Rajouri shared insights into the future plans and strategies of the Administration for eliminating the drug menace.
“This collaborative effort between District Administration and HEM serves as a beacon of hope and unity, showcasing their unwavering commitment to building a society where individuals can thrive without the influence of drugs,” said Additional DC
Later Deputy Commissioner and SSP led the procession that traversed the NH144A and market area of Thandikassi which served as a powerful visual representation of the community’s united stand against drug abuse, drawing attention from bystanders and reinforcing the urgency of the cause.
A pledge was also administered among the participants & the dignitaries & HEM management also launched a visually impactful poster on hazards of drugs during the event.
Among the others who were present at the event includes MC Rajouri President, Mohd Arif; DDC Member Rajouri, Sain Abdul Rashid; CMO, Dr. Rajinder Langeh; Sarpanch, Sanjeev Sharma; and ward councillors Sanjay Sharma, Rajesh Gupta, and Pushpinder Gupta.