Punjab Newsline, Shimla, August 11-
The Himachal government will establish a State-Level Model Drug De-Addiction and Rehabilitation Center at Kotla Barog, in the Pachhad sub-division of Sirmour district. This proposed center will assist individuals battling substance addiction and help them to overcome their dependence on drugs and reintegrate into society with self-sufficiency.
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu emphasized the government's commitment to combating drug abuse. "The government has implemented various initiatives to raise awareness about substance abuse among the youth, aiming to prevent them from falling prey to this menace. In today's context, keeping our youth away from drugs is one of our greatest challenges. However, we must also support those who are already struggling with addiction and are determined to break free. To this end, the state government is establishing the State-Level Model Drug De-Addiction and Rehabilitation Center," the Chief Minister stated.
The facility would be a part of a broader strategy to address the escalating drug abuse crisis in the state, particularly the widespread use of synthetic substances in both rural and urban areas. The center would tackle the severe health and social issues resulting from this crisis by offering a wide range of services within a single complex.