'Think health, no drug'
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 25 2011:
Under the sponsorship of United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Nirvana Foundation today observed International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking at its FIDU DIC, Hatta today.
The theme of the observance, which was held as part of its RIAC Project: 1-81 was 'Think health, no drugs' .
Speaking at the occasion, Project Manager of Nirvana Foundation, Project : 1-81 RK Bhabecha explained that the main objective of the observance is to mobilise female Injecting Drug Users (FIDUs), spouses of injecting drug users, young people and make them aware on the harmful effect of drug abuse in the society.
It also aimed to help the FIDUs and spouses of IDUs to re-integrate with the society, she added.
During the observance, FIDUs and spouses of IDUs were encouraged to showcase their talents through participation in various competitive programmes like talent shows, quiz competitions, etc.