• Series of awareness camps held under Nasha Mukt J&K

GANDERBAL: As part of its ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse, the District Administration Ganderbal today organized a series of awareness programs under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir campaign, aiming to curb the menace of substance abuse and educate the youth and general public about its harmful impacts.

Awareness camps were held across multiple educational institutions in the district including Government Degree College Ganderbal, BHSS Gund, GHSS Kangan, BHSS Wakura, BHSS Manigam, BHSS Safapora and BHSS Kurhama.

The events witnessed active participation from various departments including Health, Police, Education, Social Welfare and Rural Development. The primary focus of these camps was to sensitize students, parents, and the wider community on the physical, psychological and social repercussions of drug abuse.

The sessions emphasized early intervention, strong community support systems and the availability of rehabilitation services. At Government Degree College Ganderbal, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Fahim Bihaqi graced the occasion as the chief guest. The event saw enthusiastic participation from college staff, students, and community members.

Speaking on the occasion, the ADC highlighted the need for collective responsibility and community engagement in eradicating drug abuse. He underscored the importance of education, family support, and active community involvement in both prevention and rehabilitation efforts.

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For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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