Substance abuse has been a persistent issue in Arunachal Pradesh, severely affecting the potential of the state, especially the youths. However, GoAP is actively taking measures to combat addiction and create a positive change for the youth.
To heighten awareness and educate the public on the dangers of drug use, the state government established the ‘Arunachal Against Substance’ campaign. The initiative aims to assist the families of addicts and offer them support while encouraging drug users to seek help from rehab facilities. The program will provide a safe and healthy environment for individuals to turn their life around and enable them to begin with a clean slate. It offers vital resources such as helplines, online counselling, and testimonials from people who have overcome addiction.
There are also NGOs and non-governmental organizations working tirelessly to promote awareness around drug abuse throughout the whole state. The Indian Army has played a significant role in this cause by organizing youth-targeted awareness campaigns and engaging them in various sports activities. Women initiatives such as WASE are increasing awareness and advocating against drug abuse among young people, with the entire female population of Arunachal Pradesh supporting the idea of a drug-free state.
Through their determination and persistence, the state is moving in the right direction towards a drug-free future. We invite citizens to share their thoughts on the impact created through these ongoing campaigns at ground level. What other measures should be taken by GoAP to eradicate substance abuse from its roots?
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
ITANAGAR, 8 Aug: Strategies to tackle the drugs menace in the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) were discussed during a district-level NCORD committee meeting, chaired by Itanagar SP Rohit Rajbir Singh on Tuesday in the conference hall of the DC office here.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Efforts are underway to raise awareness about the perils of drug addiction. Educational programmes are conducted in schools, colleges, and community centres to equip individuals with knowledge about the risks associated with substance abuse. Awareness campaigns emphasise on prevention, resilience-building, and healthy lifestyle choices to dissuade individuals from initiating drug use.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Acknowledging the gravity of the drug addiction crisis, various stakeholders in Arunachal are actively engaged in combating the problem and offering a path to recovery. The government, non-governmental organisations (NGO) such as Recovery Wellness Society, community groups, and healthcare professionals are joining forces to address drug addiction through a multi-faceted approach.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Drug addiction inflicts profound consequences on individuals and their immediate surroundings. Physically, drug abuse takes a toll on one’s health, leading to a range of ailments, including organ damage, respiratory issues, and mental health disorders. Socially, addiction strains relationships, breaks families apart, and perpetuates cycles of poverty and crime. Moreover, drug addiction impedes educational attainment, limits employment opportunities, and undermines the overall development of comm
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Several factors contribute to the rise of drug addiction in Arunachal. Socioeconomic challenges such as unemployment, poverty, and limited educational opportunities create an environment conducive to drug abuse. Lack of awareness about the risks and consequences of drug addiction also play a significant role. Additionally, easy accessibility of drugs through illegal networks and cross-border smuggling exacerbates the problem, making it crucial to address both supply and demand aspects.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Arunachal Pradesh, a picturesque state nestled in the northeastern region of India, is confronted with a pervasive and alarming problem – drug addiction. The scourge of drug abuse has cast a dark shadow over the lives of individuals and communities, posing serious health, social, and economic challenges. This article delves into the issue of drug addiction in Arunachal, exploring its prevalence, underlying factors, consequences, and the collective efforts to combat this menace.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Drug abuse is the repeated and excessive use of drugs. It impacts a person's mental as well as physical health negatively causing a major damage to the brain. Drug abuse hampers a person's power to practice self-control and interferes with their ability to resist the urge to take drugs.
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sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Drug abuse or substance abuse refers to the use of certain chemicals for the purpose of creating pleasurable effects on the brain. There are over 190 million drug users around the world and the problem has been increasing at alarming rates, especially among young adults under the age of 30.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
Drug abuse tends to affect the individuals from the middle-aged and later years of life substantially, the aftermaths of use not only results in adverse health consequences, but even affects the quality of life, family interdynamics, and burdening of the health system.
sakthivel 1 year 5 months ago
However, in terms of percentage of population affected, the top states in the country are those in the north east (Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Manipur) along with Punjab, Haryana and Delhi. A sizeable number of people using other drugs like sedatives and inhalants also need help.