Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr 02: Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya (JNRM) today organized a high-impact sensitization program on “Drug Abuse Awareness” at the college premises. The event was designed to educate the student community on the multifaceted dangers of narcotics, covering legal repercussions, medical health, and social responsibility.
The program was inaugurated by Dr. Pearl Devdas, Principal of JNRM, who in her opening remarks emphasized that educational institutions are the bedrock of character building. She urged the youth to stay focused on their career goals and resist the allure of social evils. Earlier, Dr. J. R. Chowdhary, Chairman of the Anti-Drug Squad (JNRM), welcomed the gathering and briefed them on the proactive measures taken to ensure a drug-free campus.
The technical session featured three prominent keynote speakers who addressed the crisis from multiple perspectives. Mr. Surya Narayan (ASI, Anti-Narcotics Unit) provided an in-depth look at narcotics laws, warning that legal entanglements in drug cases can lead to permanent damage to future employment and travel prospects. Shifting to a clinical viewpoint, Dr. Puja Govind (Senior Resident, Dept. of Psychiatry) explained the biological nature of addiction, highlighting how substance abuse alters brain chemistry and emphasizing the vital role of psychiatric support in the recovery process. Finally, Miss Ashrita Faliha (Project Coordinator, NAPDDR) spoke on the importance of social dynamics and “Peer Educators,” urging students to exercise positive influence among their friends to effectively reduce drug demand.
The event featured an interactive session moderated by Mr. Sudesh Kumar (Program Officer, NSS Unit II), where students sought clarifications on rehabilitation and safe reporting mechanisms. The program concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Tamil Bharathan T. K. (Program Officer, NSS Unit VI), who thanked the college administration and guest speakers for their contribution to this vital cause. The event ended with a collective pledge by the faculty and students to the motto: “Choose Life, Not Drugs.”
