UDHAMPUR, Jun 23: As part of the Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign, Indian Army organised a Drawing Competition on “Drug Abuse Awareness” at Government Middle School, Latti. The initiative aimed to spread awareness among students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promote a healthy, disciplined and drug-free lifestyle.
A total of 40 students and four teachers participated in the event with great enthusiasm. The competition provided a creative platform for young students to express their thoughts on the dangers of drug abuse through meaningful drawings, slogans and messages. The students highlighted the social, physical and psychological consequences of substance abuse while promoting the importance of healthy living, responsible citizenship and positive community participation.
During the event, Army personnel interacted with the students and encouraged them to stay away from drugs and become ambassadors of positive change within their families, schools and communities. The school staff appreciated the initiative and expressed gratitude to the Indian Army for conducting such meaningful awareness-oriented youth engagement activities.
The programme witnessed an encouraging response from the school fraternity and the local community. The active participation of students and teachers reflected the growing awareness against the menace of drug abuse and reinforced the need for collective efforts to safeguard the future of the younger generation. The event further strengthened the bond between the Indian Army and the local populace through constructive community outreach and youth empowerment.