Sopore, Apr 27 (KNS) : Dr Ishtiyaq Ahmad, Managing Director of Sara Medicate Sopore, on Monday appealed to chemists across north Kashmir to refrain from selling medicines, especially narcotic drugs, without a valid prescription, stating that such substances are being widely misused.
Speaking to news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) on the sidelines of a drug awareness rally, Dr Ishtiyaq Ahmad thanked the police especially SSP, ADC, and the Lieutenant Governor’s office for launching the initiative.
Describing drug abuse as a “pandemic” now visible in every household, he said it is the responsibility of every citizen — regardless of status — to help end the menace.
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“The police are doing their job, but we must also work with them and not supply such illegal drugs,” he said, urging people to inform law enforcement about anyone involved in the narcotics trade.
He called upon the public to support the ‘Narcotics-Free India’ programme to make it successful.
Asserting that Kashmir has no place for drugs, Dr Ishtiyaq added, “This is a land of Sufis. Kashmir is a place for pure people. Drugs should be stopped here.” (KNS)