Hyderabad: A three-day statewide anti-drug campaign was launched by the Telangana State Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TSNAB) at the Telangana State Police Integrated Command and Control Center (TSPICCC) in Banjara Hills.
TSNAB, in collaboration with the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Senior Citizens and Transgender Persons, launched a programme aimed at combating drug abuse and illicit trafficking, raising awareness, and educating youth.
Marking the International Day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking on June 26, various events were organised as part of this campaign to engage the youth and empower them to join the fight against drugs.
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Activities included an open competition to name the campaign’s mascot, an oath-taking ceremony where individuals enrolled themselves as anti-drug soldiers, cultural events, an expo, and a panel discussion.
On the first day of the campaign, chief guest and renowned actor Nikhil delivered a powerful speech emphasising the importance of collective action in combating the drug menace. He urged young men and women to abstain from drugs.
Hyderabad police commissioner C V Anand while addressing the public at Banjara Hills informed that the Telangana government had been implementing stringent measures to tackle drug menace.
Stating that Mission Parivarthana will be initiated in all academic institutions across the state, C V Anand urged citizens to join the group of anti-drug soldiers.
Expressing his gratitude the commissioner presented mementoes and appreciated the TSNAB team for organising the campaign.
