JAMMU, Oct 6: The NCC unit of GGM Science College, under the aegis of Prof.(Dr.) Romesh Kumar Gupta, Principal, GGM Science College, and able guidance of Col. Amarjot Kaur, Commanding Officer, 8 J&K Girls Battalion, successfully conducted a series of awareness activities under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan with the objective of sensitizing students about the ill effects of substance abuse and promoting the message of a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.
Prof. (Dr.) Romesh Kumar Gupta, Principal, GGM Science College, emphasized the importance of collective efforts in creating awareness among the youth about the consequences of substance abuse. He encouraged the students to make informed and responsible choices, stay away from addictive substances and contribute actively towards building a healthy and drug-free society.
The activity was conducted under the supervision of Lt (Dr) Shafia Saleem, Associate NCC Officer (ANO), 8 J&K Girls Battalion, whose guidance and encouragement inspired the cadets to actively contribute to the cause under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. The activities witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members.
As part of the campaign, a series of informative lectures and awareness sessions were conducted for the students, focusing on the physical, psychological, social, and academic consequences of substance abuse. The sessions were delivered by eminent resource persons, namely Dr. Neha Sharma, Head, Department of Environmental Sciences; Dr. Sheraz Kousser, HoD, Department of Sociology; and Prof. Poonam Kundan, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Sciences. Through their insightful deliberations, the resource persons sensitized the students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and highlighted the importance of awareness, responsible decision-making, positive lifestyle choices, and active participation in building a healthy and drug-free society.
The campaign also included e-pledge activities, wherein students and staff reaffirmed their commitment to staying away from substance abuse and supporting the cause of a drug-free society.
The series of activities reaffirmed the college’s commitment to promoting awareness among students and fostering a responsible, healthy and drug-free environment.