Bandipora Admin Intensifies Anti-Drug Drive Across Panchayats

Bandipora, June 09: As part of the nationwide campaign “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan”, and on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, the District Administration Bandipora on Monday conducted a series of IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) programmes across various panchayats in the district, aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promoting a drug-free lifestyle.

During these awareness programmes, resource persons from concerned departments delivered insightful sessions highlighting the deep-rooted impact of substance abuse on individuals and society. They urged the youth to play an active role in combating the menace and emphasized the government’s multi-pronged approach involving prevention, rehabilitation, and enforcement.

At Gamroo, Bandipora, Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR) Bandipora, Shabir Ahmad Wani presided over an IEC programme that witnessed enthusiastic participation from locals. He emphasized the importance of community vigilance and youth engagement in curbing substance abuse, and encouraged collective action at the grassroots level to build a safer and healthier future.

In another impactful programme held at Panchayat Halqa Kehnusa, District Information Officer Bandipora, Adil Manzoor Wani addressed the participants and underscored the collective responsibility of society in tackling drug addiction. He encouraged youth to lead by example and concluded with a powerful message: “Break the chain to make the life, make the society drug-free.”

Resource persons from various departments participated in the campaign, speaking on the physical, psychological, and social consequences of drug abuse, and informed participants about available support systems and rehabilitation facilities.