NUBRA, OCT 31: Deputy Commissioner Nubra, Mukul Beniwal, chaired a meeting of the District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) to review preparations and discuss the implementation of the Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 4.0 across Nubra district.
The meeting focused on the proposed launch of the campaign and the planning of activities to be undertaken during its 60-day duration. Emphasis was laid on strengthening inter-departmental coordination and ensuring the active participation of all concerned departments and stakeholders for effective execution of the campaign.
Discussions also covered the reconstitution of the District Level Coordination Committee, clearly defining departmental responsibilities and putting in place an effective mechanism for coordinated planning, implementation and monitoring of tobacco control initiatives.
The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for sustained awareness programmes and intensified anti-tobacco drives in educational institutions and villages. He called for coordinated efforts to sensitise young people and the general public about the harmful effects of tobacco consumption and to strengthen tobacco control measures across the district.
The meeting was attended by the Senior Superintendent of Police, Nubra; Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Nubra; Chief Medical Officer, Nubra; Tehsildars; principals of educational institutions; Block Development Officers; Block Medical Officer and other concerned officers.
The campaign aims to strengthen collective efforts against tobacco use through awareness, community participation and coordinated action at the district level.
