International Day against Drug Abuse: 50 religious scholars attend Capacity Building programme SMHS
Srinagar, June 26: A Capacity Building Workshop was organized by IMHANS (Drug De-Addiction Centre, Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences) at SMHS Hospital to mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
The programme was held in collaboration with J&K Wakf Board here at IMHANS GMC, Srinagar in order to highlight the role of Religious Scholars in eradication of drug abuse.
The Workshop was attended by over 50 Religious Scholars including Imams from across the Valley.
Addressing the workshop, the Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Mohammad Aijaz Asad who was the Chief Guest on the occasion said growing drug menace is a matter of great concern for one and all. He called for taking collective efforts by all sections of the society in order to uproot the drug menace to save our youth and the whole society from its hazards effects.
The DC sought support and cooperation from scholars in sensitizing people in general and youth in particular regarding ill effects of deadly menace of drugs. He also appealed to the Ulemas to spread the message through Friday sermons that the consumption of drugs is not only against all religions but also has very harmful and dangerous effects on society.
The DC also observed that drug abuse not only ruins the life of a drug addict but also causes destruction of the entire family which is a major concern of every society at present. He said though the efforts by the Administration to control the drug abuse are underway, however, both Scholars and Parents have to play pivotal roles in curbing the menace.
The DC also highlighted the key points of the rehabilitation policy of the District Administration to bring back the drug victims to their families. He also underscored the deterrence measures taken under MISSION WAAPSI initiative by the District Administration Srinagar to break the supply chain and crush the drug peddling in the District.
Earlier, the experts including Dr. Yasir Rather spoke about drug abuse, systematic treatment, policies, and the available services for prevention of the issue.
On the occasion, the CEO of the Waqf Board also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the role of Ulemas (Islamic scholars) in creating awareness about drug abuse. He assured that effective programs, targeted towards the population, will continue in collaboration with the Administration.
