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J&K L-G Manoj Sinha Launches 100-Day Mega War on Drugs

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to review preparedness for a 100-day intensive anti-drug campaign. The campaign, 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan', will begin with a mega padayatra from Jammu on April 11. Sinha emphasized that drug influx is part of an international conspiracy and called for mass public participation to identify victims and dismantle trafficking networks. The initiative aims to integrate public feedback and encourage reporting of drug abuse cases.

Key Points: J&K 100-Day Anti-Drug Campaign: L-G Reviews Plan

  • 100-day intensive anti-drug campaign
  • Mega padayatra launch in Jammu & Srinagar
  • Drive to dismantle trafficking networks
  • Focus on victim rehabilitation
  • Public participation as 'Jan Andolan'
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J&K L-G reviews preparedness for 100-day anti-drug campaign

J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha reviews 100-day 'Nasha Mukt' campaign, calls it fight against international conspiracy to save youth.

"The influx of drugs to the UT is part of a larger international conspiracy to jeopardise the future of the youth. - Lt Governor Manoj Sinha"

Jammu, April 9

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, on Thursday, reviewed preparedness for the 100-day intensive anti-drug campaign under 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan'.

Officials said that L-G Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to review the preparedness for the upcoming event.

The campaign, aimed at eradicating drug abuse from the union territory, will be marked by a series of high-impact awareness programmes.

The Lieutenant Governor will flag off a mega "padayatra" from the MA Stadium, Jammu, on April 11, followed by a similar large-scale launch in Srinagar during the first week of May.

The L-G emphasised mass public participation of students and youth, NCC, NSS, Scouts and Guides, volunteers, civil society organisations, political parties, public representatives and the general public to maximise outreach and awareness.

"The influx of drugs to the UT is part of a larger international conspiracy to jeopardise the future of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. Every section of the society must join this fight against the drug menace," the Lieutenant Governor said.

He directed continuous and intensive drives to dismantle drug trafficking networks.

"Don't touch the innocent and don't spare the culprit is our policy. We must identify the real victims of drug abuse and make committed efforts for their rehabilitation," the Lieutenant Governor said.

The meeting also discussed the series of activities planned and the department-wise activity calendar prepared for the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan.

The UT and Divisional Level Committees have already been constituted for the effective implementation of the IEC campaign and action plan. The Lieutenant Governor further directed to make the campaign a Jan Andolan with the active participation of people.

He also called for the integration of public suggestions along with the feedback mechanism to make this campaign more impactful. The common public should also be encouraged to report the drug abuse cases, he said.

The meeting was attended by Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; S.J.M Gillani, Special DG (Coordination); Chandraker Bharti, Principal Secretary Home; Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Sarmad Hafeez, Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department; Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner Jammu; Bhim Sen Tuti, IGP Jammu; V.K Birdi, IGP Kashmir; DIGs, Deputy Commissioners, SSPs and other senior officials.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good step, but I hope it's not just another 100-day event that fizzles out. The L-G is right about the international conspiracy angle. We need sustained action against the supply chains. The policy of "don't touch the innocent" is crucial to avoid harassment.
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Aman W
Involving students, NCC, NSS is brilliant. Peer-to-peer awareness works best. The padayatras will create a visible impact. My suggestion: also use local influencers and sports heroes from the region to connect with the youth. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in public health, the focus on rehabilitation and identifying real victims is the most important part. Punishment alone doesn't solve addiction. Hope they have proper counseling and medical infrastructure in place.
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Vikram M
The list of officials in the meeting is long. Hope this translates to ground-level action and isn't just a review meeting for the sake of it. The drug menace is a national security issue, especially in border areas. Strict action against traffickers is non-negotiable.
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Kriti O
Respectfully, while the campaign is good, we've seen many such 'abhiyaans'. The real test is what happens on Day 101. The feedback mechanism for the public is a good idea. Families are the first line of defense; they need support, not stigma.

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