District admin intensifies efforts to combat drug abuse in Doda

DODA, January 16: District Magistrate Harvinder Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Abdul Qayoom has called for stepping up vigil on Educational Institutions, Medical Stores, Medical institutions to curb drug abuse.

Speaking at  the 19th NCORD meeting, the DM reiterated the resolve of the district administration  to curb the proliferation of drug abuse in the district. Emphasis  was laid on tightening the noose around habitual offenders, drug peddlers and their supporters to liberate the district from the grip of drug abuse.

It was highlighted in the meeting that collective efforts have led to elimination of drug menace in several Panchayats in the district and the same have been declared as drug-free.

The stakeholders and PRIs have played a pivotal role in this achievement. To confirm suspicions, drug testing kits are actively utilized, guiding subsequent courses of action. The meeting extensively discussed both the accomplishments and future plans to effectively combat the menace of drugs in the district.

SSP Doda, serving as the Convener of NCORD, affirmed that the district police are fully committed to eradicating and monitoring drug activities across Doda.