The concerted Anti-drug awareness camapaign condcuted by North Zone Police of Hyderabad City draws large crowds here at classic gardens, Begumpet. Hon'ble Minister Sri.Talasani Srinivas Yadav launched the campaign.
“There is a drastic change in culture and life style. Prevention of substance abuse must be a part of academic curriculum to mitigate the growing problem of addiction. Generating awareness among people and proper recreation are other important factors to prevent substance abuse.”, said Sri Talasani Srinivas Yadav.
The minister also quoted the significant arrests made by HCP recently and further appealed the public to tip off police on any information of drugs. “The idea behind the initiative is to sensitise youth against the use of drugs and to engage them in the campaign.” he said.
City Police Commissioner, Mr.CV Anand in his speech , addresses the issue of prevention of substance abuse from various perspectives.
“We are going with multi-pronged strategy to counter drugs menace. We are conducting awareness programs through various platforms and also take up strict enforcement through H-NEW wing, a first of its kind, in the state. We have identified hotspots and actively intervening in these hotspots. ” Said CP CV Anand
“Fear take over parents when their children step out of house for a party. Many youngsters often opt for instant gratification through drugs and peer pressure is the main reason behind this.Once you choose drugs you leave your career, family and all the good things behind. All the youngsters should widespread “Say No to drugs” message in their communities.” Anand concluded.
“Our parents nurture us to make us successful and today's youngsters are bestowed with many oppurtunities to be successful in life. In their pursuit of that goal, alcohol and drugs are the worst companions. I appreciate Hyderabad City Police for taking up innumerable measures to nip drug abuse in the bud.” Said Naina Jaswal, whose speech enthralled the youth.
The event concluded by unveiling anti-drugs message posters and HCP administered pledge to youth to play an active role in fighting against drug abuse.
Sri. G. Sayanna,MLA Secunderabad Cantt ; Smt.Chandana Deepthi, DCP North Zone;Tanikella Bharani, film actor; Koratala Siva, film director; Sriram Chandra, Singer; Rahul sipligunj, singer; Srinivas reddy, film actor; local corporators and students from various colleges participated in the campaign.
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