AR conducts anti-drug lecture at Tupul
Source: Chronicle News Service
Noney, March 13 2024:
Assam Rifles organised an awareness lecture on the theme 'Say No to Drugs' on the occasion of 'No Smoking Day' on Wednesday at Tupul village, Noney district to spread awareness and knowledge about ill-effects of using drugs, tobacco and alcohol.
During the lecture, various issues like harmful effects of psychotropic drugs, tobacco and alcohol on health, psychological effect and financial loss due to drug use, rehabilitation from drug use, alcohol and smoking were discussed.
The awareness lecture was attended by 35 persons, mostly adolescents.
They were also made aware of rehabilitation centres at nearby hospitals to help those suffering from drug addiction.
The lecture programme not only provided an insight knowledge about the rarely discussed topic amongst the locals but also facilitate the society take a step further towards positive health and motivate them to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Such initiatives help in strengthening the bond between the Assam Rifles and local populace, said the speakers.