
Sri Vijaya Puram, October 16: As part of the nationwide Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign), a team from Indian Coast Guard Ship Vijit conducted an awareness programme on the ill-effects of substance abuse for approximately 100 Naval and Army NCC cadets at JNRM College, Sri Vijaya Puram.
The programme highlighted the harmful effects of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances on physical and mental health, as well as their social, legal and economic consequences. The cadets were encouraged to make informed choices, adopt a healthy lifestyle and stay away from substance abuse.
The session also emphasised the importance of spreading awareness among peers and within the wider community. Through this initiative, the cadets were encouraged to take an active role in promoting a drug-free society and supporting the vision of a healthier India, according to a news item issued by the Commanding Officer, 1 (AN) Naval Unit NCC, Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram.