Police organises anti-drug awareness prog in B’gam

Srinagar : Police in Budgam on Thursday organised an anti-drug awareness program under the banner “prevention of drug addiction” at Islamic Public Secondary School Kralapora Budgam.
According to a statement issued from J&K Zonal Police Headquarters, the program was organised by Police with the motive of generating awareness among vulnerable age group about ill effects of drug addiction and to seek cooperation of the society in eradicating the social evils prevailing in the society particularly menace of drugs. The programme was hosted by In-charge Drug De-addiction and Stress Management Centre DPL Budgam Insha Hassan. The programme was attended by the Principal Islamic Public Secondary School Kralapora Budgam Ghulam Mohammad Dar, school Staff members &over 100 students.
On this occasion, Insha Hassan highlighted the role of school management in identification of substance abusers and their role in remedial measures thereof. Thrust was also given to the psychological and social aspects of addiction. Detailed deliberations on various aspects of drug addiction and preventive measures especially in youth were also made. All participants pledged to never indulge in any kind of substance abuse.
While speaking, the Principal of the school highlighted the role of parents and said that parents have a greater responsibility in social development of a child as they act as the first teachers and guides of their wards. The participants thanked Police for conducting such awareness programmes and building a bridge of trust between police and the youth.