KISHTWAR, Nov 12: The Eco Club of Government Degree College Kishtwar, in collaboration with the Excise Department, Kishtwar, organised a Drug Awareness Programme at the college today under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Campaign, with the objective of sensitising students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraging active youth participation in the collective endeavour to build a drug-free society.
The programme was organised under the overall supervision and guidance of Prof. Lekh Raj Badyal, Principal, GDC Kishtwar, and coordinated by Prof. Ajeet thakur Convener, Eco Club.
During the programme, an informative awareness lecture was delivered by Inspector Towsif, Sub-Inspector Vibhor Razdan and Sub-Inspector Waseem from the Excise Department, Kishtwar.
The speakers elaborated on the harmful physical, psychological and social consequences of substance abuse and highlighted how addiction adversely affects individuals, families and society at large.
They emphasised the importance of making informed choices, avoiding addictive substances and adopting a healthy and disciplined lifestyle. The officers also highlighted the crucial role of youth in combating the growing menace of drug abuse.
They urged students to act as responsible ambassadors of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Campaign by spreading awareness among their families, friends and communities and encouraging their peers to stay away from drugs. They stressed that collective efforts, awareness and community participation are essential for creating a healthy, safe and drug-free society.
As part of the awareness initiative, pamphlets containing important information about substance abuse, its harmful consequences and preventive measures were distributed among the students to further enhance their understanding of the issue.
The programme witnessed active participation and provided students with valuable insights into the importance of prevention, awareness and collective responsibility in addressing the challenge of substance abuse.
The event was also attended by Prof. Satish thakur ,Prof. Jaideep kumar Prof. Vikram shan and Prof. Om Raj, who appreciated the initiative and its relevance in sensitising students towards this important social issue.
The college Principal, Prof. Lekh Raj Badyal, appreciated the efforts of the Excise Department, Kishtwar, and the Eco Club for organising the meaningful awareness programme.
He emphasised the importance of educational institutions in shaping responsible citizens and promoting positive social values among young people.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment by GDC Kishtwar to continue organising awareness initiatives and actively contribute towards the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Campaign, reaffirming its dedication to student welfare, social responsibility and the vision of a healthy and drug-free Jammu & Kashmir.