Punjab to be a model state in controlling drug abuse, says Health Minister
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, February 19-
To combat the menace of drug addiction in the state, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir
Singh, on Wednesday, brainstormed with experts to formulate a comprehensive Mental Health Policy in the
state.
Chairing the experts' meeting on "Punjab's Journey to Wellness: With Psychological Well-Being", Dr Balbir Singh highlighted the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government's commitment to tackling the drug abuse with a comprehensive approach that focuses on mental health and wellness. By gathering experts, the initiative aims to create effective strategies to enhance psychological well-being and ultimately eliminate the menace of addiction in the state.
Addressing the plenary session of the meeting, Dr Balbir stated that the Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is prioritising the formulation of a multi-pronged and multi-disciplinary approach to effectively tackle the menace of drug abuse.
Dr Balbir Singh emphasised that the psychological well-being of every individual in society is essential for achieving the goal of drug de-addiction.