Training programme on enforcement of COTPA Act, 2003 held
Source: The Sangai Express / DIO
Kakching, February 10 2023:
A District level training programme of various stakeholders on "Enforcement of Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 2003 (COTPA)" was held today at CMO Office hall, Kakching.
SM Moonkhum, State consultant, NTCP Manipur and Premjit Thokchom, President, Sangai Youth Tobacco free and Educational Institute attended the programme as resource persons.
Speaking on the occasion, CMO Kakching, Dr Thaodem Rajen Singh stressed on the need for successful enforcement of COTPA Act, 2003 to reduce the burden of tobacco in the society.
Moonkhum commended the strong commitment of the Government to control tobacco use.
Dr Sanasam Jupitar, DNO, NTCP, Kakching District, proposed the vote of thanks and urged all the participants to spread awareness at their levels, extend cooperation in enforcement of COTPA Act, 2003 and work towards the goal of Tobacco Free Kakching District.
Police personnel, teachers, staff of Kakching Municipal Council and president & secretary of Women Organisations also took part in the programme.