PASIGHAT, SEP 27:

East Siang District Police conducted a one-day anti-drug awareness programme at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Pasighat, under the national initiative “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” and the district’s “Voice Against Drugs (VADA)” initiative.

The programme sensitised student-teachers and other participants on the harmful effects of drug abuse and its mental, physical, financial and social consequences. Participants were also briefed on relevant provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.

Representatives of Women Against Social Evils (WASE) and Recovery Warriors, Oyan, participated as resource persons and shared insights and lived experiences relating to addiction, recovery and the importance of community support in overcoming substance abuse.

The session highlighted the role of teachers, families and communities in preventing drug abuse and encouraging young people to make healthy, responsible and purposeful choices.

The programme concluded with a mass pledge against drug abuse, with participants reaffirming their commitment to a healthier and drug-free society.