NAMSAI, OCT 30:

The Namsai district administration organised a drug awareness camp at Malengkhung Community Hall on Thursday under the themes “Think Health – Not Drugs” and “Say No to Drugs”, with a focus on preventing substance abuse through community participation and awareness.

The programme was attended by Deputy Commissioner Lobsang Tsering, Officer-in-Charge of Namsai Police Station, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) District Nodal Officer Dr. CM Thamoung and Assistant Commissioner-cum-Circle Officer Sarah Enung Borang, along with government officials, Gaon Burahs (GBs), village leaders and community members.

Addressing the gathering, Borang emphasised the importance of collective community participation in preventing drug abuse and protecting the younger generation from substance abuse.

DC Tsering highlighted the harmful consequences of substance abuse and called upon the public, particularly youth and students, to actively participate in implementing the NMBA.

Dr. Thamoung, who is also District Programme Officer for the National Surveillance of Diseases, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), spoke on commonly abused substances, their harmful effects, associated risk factors and the importance of early identification and timely intervention.

Representatives of the Brahma Kumaris Namsai Centre highlighted the role of meditation, spirituality and mental well-being in promoting a healthy lifestyle free from substance abuse.

The programme also featured an interactive session, followed by the administration of the “Say No to Drugs” pledge. (DIPR)