AR organised Anti-Drug Awareness Campaign in Kamjong
Source: The Sangai Express
Kamjong, December 07 2024:
In order to create awareness amongst the local populace regarding the ill effects of drug abuse, Assam Rifles organised Anti -Drug Awareness Campaign at Meiring village in Kamjong district of Manipur.
As part of the people friendly initiatives of Assam Rifles, an Anti-Drug Awareness Campaign was organised jointly by the village authorities of Meiring village and Assam Rifles personnel, said a release issued by IGAR (South) .
A total number of 32 locals from Meiring village including 4 representatives of the village authority attended the Campaign.
During the event, a focused effort was made to raise awareness among attendees about the severe and far-reaching consequences of drug abuse, said the IGAR (S) .
IGAR (S) continued that the significance of fostering a drug-free society for the well-being of future generations was emphasized and they were guided through a range of strategies to combat drug addiction, including professional treatment options, counseling services, support groups and the role of self- determination and community support in the recovery process.
The session aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize and address the signs of addiction, inspire proactive measures, and encourage them to contribute to creating a healthier, addiction-free society, said the IGAR(S) .
The event culminated with a pledge by all the attendees to stay away from the scourge of Drug abuse and they also assured that they would motivate their youth to stay away from this bane of the society, added the IGAR (South) .