BARAMULLA, OCT 25: Baramulla Police intensified its efforts to combat substance abuse by sensitising young people about the harmful consequences of drug addiction during a Neighbourhood Youth Parliament held at Government Degree College (GDC), Boniyar, under the Nasha Mukt Yuva Awareness Programme.
The programme was organised by Mera Yuva Bharat Baramulla, functioning under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, with a focus on engaging young people in discussions on social challenges and encouraging their active participation in building a drug-free society.
During the awareness session, Baramulla Police highlighted the serious physical, psychological and social consequences of substance abuse, stressing the importance of early awareness, informed decision-making and responsible behaviour among young people.
The interaction also emphasised the need to strengthen community-level efforts to prevent drug abuse, with participants encouraged to spread awareness among their peers, discourage substance use and contribute to creating a healthier social environment.
The initiative placed particular emphasis on the role of youth as agents of positive change, underlining that sustained awareness and collective responsibility are essential to addressing the growing challenges associated with drug addiction.
Baramulla Police reiterated its commitment to conducting focused anti-drug awareness programmes and involving young people in efforts to prevent substance abuse. It called upon the youth to reject drugs, promote healthy lifestyles and actively support the broader mission of building a Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir.
The programme underscored the importance of educational institutions and youth platforms in fostering awareness, encouraging responsible choices and strengthening the collective response against the drug menace.
