Border Marathon organised at Chakra to promote Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

• DC Kathua joins, calls for collective efforts to build drug-free society

KATHUA: A Border Marathon was organised today at Chakra in Sub-Division Hiranagar under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The objective was to promote physical fitness, sportsmanship and generate awareness against the menace of drug abuse.

The event, organised by District Administration Kathua in collaboration with the District Police and Commando Club Hiranagar, witnessed enthusiastic participation from youth, civil society, besides the   civil and police officers.

Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma joined the Marathon and encouraged the participants, underscoring the importance of sports and physical activities in promoting a healthy lifestyle and steering youth away from drug abuse.

Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the efforts of the Commando Club Hiranagar and emphasised the need for collective efforts to eradicate the menace of drug abuse. He urged the youth to stay away from drugs and actively participate in sports and other constructive activities.

The Marathon served as a platform to spread awareness about the harmful consequences of drug abuse and emphasised the need for collective efforts involving administration, police, civil society and the community to address the growing challenge of substance abuse, particularly among youth.

The initiative highlighted the significant role of sports and fitness activities in channelising the energy of young people towards constructive pursuits while fostering discipline, determination and a sense of responsibility. SDM Hiranagar Phulail Singh, Tehsildar Anoop Sharma, DSP Operations, SHO, BDO Hiranagar and BDO Marheen and other officials were also present on the occasion.