De-addiction camp concludes
Source: Hueiyen News Service / Newmai News Network
Senapati, October 24 2012:
A 15-day long de-addiction camp organized jointly by Nehru Yuva Kendra, Senapati and Rural Development Foundation Association (RDFA) concluded today.
Around 40 campers participated in the camp which kick-started on October 10 .
Hungyo Worshang, IAS, Assistant Commissioner of Senapati; Dr.Loli Mao, District AIDS Control Officer of Senapati and Jackie Ruivah, Zonal Director of NYKS, Imphal/Manipur zone graced the concluding function as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour and Functional President respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, Hungyo Worshang emphasized on the need of relatives of the drug users to intervene in a manner best suited to the users so as to overcome the drug menace.
Harping on the importance of life, the young IAS officer said that faith in God is also another key to overcoming drug abuses.
K.Kumar Singh, District Youth Coordinator welcomed the dignitaries and deliberated the activities taken up by Nehru Yuva Kendra, Senapati.
He also advised the campers to carry the message of what they have learned during the 15-day camp.
Dr..HLoli Mao, District AIDS Control Officer, Senapati shared the traditional practices of using wine (alcohol) .
Two campers also shared their experiences.
Both appreciated the organizers for taking up such initiatives for the welfare of the drug users.