GDC Marh observes Int’l day against drug abuse, illicit trafficking

JAMMU, JUNE 26: International Day against Drug Abuse and illicit trafficking was observed at Government Degree College, Marh under the aegis of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

NSS Unit and Road Safety club along with Bharat Scout and guide unit of the college organized a series of awareness events under the guidance of Principal, Prof. Dr. Rakesh Kumar Koul.

A slogan writing/ Play Card, Poster making competition was organized on June 24 to raise awareness about harmful effects of Drug Abuse and illegal trade of Drugs.
An interactive session was held with the participants in which students shared their views with the Principal of the college.

The Principal said that Drug abuse has posed a major challenge as many youth are destroying their lives by getting addicted to drugs. “It’s very important to sensitize our youth on the subject of drug abuse. They are ruining the lives of our youth and putting their future in darkness. The abuse of drugs is making their lives vulnerable and prone to destruction,” he added.

Teaching, Non-teaching staff and students also took a pledge Against Drug Abuse. Prof. Sachin Bhagat, NSS PO conducted all the proceedings.
Among others, Dr. Balvinder Saini, Prof. Asha Kumari from Bharat Scout and guide Unit were also present in the program.