Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct 20: The Directorate of Social Welfare organized an informative and impactful awareness program focusing on ‘Ill effects of alcohol and drug abuse’ recently. This initiative, held under the banner of the ‘Ill effects of drug abuse’ under ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’, was conducted at Biswakarma Auto Driver Sangh, Aberdeen Bazaar.
The program began with an insightful session led by Smt. Anchamma, Project Assistant at NAPDDR, who shed light on the serious impact of substance abuse on individuals, families, and society as a whole. Dr. M.K. Mahato (IRCA), an expert in substance abuse and mental health, addressed the key challenges faced by those struggling with drug addiction. He emphasized the severe impact on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, engaging participants in discussions on the dangers of substance abuse and the power of collective action.
Dr. Nitin Shakya, Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, highlighted the urgent need to combat increasing drug-related issues, particularly among the youth. Drug abuse poses a serious threat to the very fabric of our society, shattering lives, tearing apart families, and weakening communities. This program is dedicated to raising awareness, educating the public, and providing crucial support to those affected. It calls for collective action to safeguard future generations from this growing danger, emphasizing that only by working together we can protect the well-being of our society.
