Sri Vijaya Puram, July 22: As part of its sustained commitment towards building a Drug-Free Society under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the South Andaman District Police has been conducting a series of awareness programmes across educational institutions to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse, alcohol addiction, and illicit trafficking.
During the recent awareness drives, programmes were conducted at PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School, R.K. Pur, Government Model Senior Secondary School, Hut Bay, Government Model Senior Secondary School, Dignabad and Government Senior Secondary School, Shaheed Dweep, reaching more than 700 students and 55 teachers.
Police officers sensitized students about the harmful physical, mental, social, and legal consequences of drug and alcohol abuse, the provisions of the NDPS Act, and the importance of resisting peer pressure and making responsible life choices. Interactive sessions encouraged students to become ambassadors of the anti-drug movement by spreading awareness among their friends, families, and communities.
As part of the campaign, Nasha Mukti Pledges were administered to the participating students, reaffirming their commitment towards creating a drug-free and healthy society.
Report any information related to narcotics through the MANAS Helpline – 1933, Police Emergency Helpline – 112, or WhatsApp No. 9531856080. The identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential.