Srinagar, Aug 29 (KNS): As part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the 132 Battalion CRPF, in collaboration with Secure Path (Civil Society Organisation) and Shining Star Public High School, organised a one-day drug awareness and prevention programme at the Old Court Complex, Court Road, Lal Chowk, Srinagar.
The programme was organised under the third phase of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, with the objective of creating awareness among youth and the general public about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging collective efforts towards building a drug-free society.
Around 200 participants, including school students, teachers, civilians and other members of the public, participated in the programme.
As part of the initiative, all participants took a pledge against drug abuse. Following the programme, a drug-awareness rally was organised from the Old Sardar Court to Clock Tower, Lal Chowk. Participants carried awareness messages and raised slogans advocating a drug-free society, spreading the message of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan among the public.
Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelPamphlets containing information on drug awareness were also distributed during the rally.
During the event, motivational and awareness addresses were delivered by Chief Guest Dr. Deep Shekhar Mohan, CMO (SG), 132 BN CRPF; Resource Person Er. Mubashir Jan (ARTO); and Shri S. Umar Bhat, Executive Director, Secure Path.
Certificates of participation were distributed among the participants in recognition of their active involvement in the awareness programme. Refreshments were also provided to all participants.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment by the organisers and participants to spread awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and contribute towards creating a healthier, safer and drug-free society. (KNS)