Punjab Newsline, Shimla, December 14-
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today flagged off the ‘Nasha Mukt Indora’ awareness rally at Indora in district Kangra. He said that the state government has launched a campaign against drug menace and has taken stringent action against drug mafia over the past two months and arrested many involved.
The Chief Minister said that the government was committed to rot out drug menace and save the younger generation from this social vice. He said that such awareness campaign plays a crucial role in eradicating and generating awareness against the drug abuse. He called for educating the youth about the harmful effects of drugs and ensuring the active participation of all sections of society in the fight against substance abuse. The Chief Minister said, “If every individual stands firmly against drug addiction this menace can be eradicated.”
Sh. Sukhu said that the state government was setting up a State-Level Advisory Board for de-addiction and rehabilitation. This board aims to streamline the activities of various departments related to substance abuse and would ensure a unified approach to tackle this issue. The board would foster coordination among the different department's initiatives, which was expected to yield positive outcomes.