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?
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
# Conducting extensive and regular awareness programmes on drug abuse and its ill effects.
# Good parenting: Being a responsible parent, one must keep an eye on the children and their activities on a daily basis.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
It is very disheartening to observe that every day there are at least one or two reports of drug peddlers being caught with drugs and arrested in our state.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
This includes the active measures rolled out to fight drug abuse and redirect young minds toward a brighter tomorrow. It might take time, but the efforts never go to waste. Times are changing and the state is already in the process of healing and revival.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
It is important to note that Arunachal Pradesh is on a steady path to secure a progressive future for its youths through several initiatives and projects being implemented in line with the ongoing development taking place at a national level.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
The fight is still on and responsible authorities, NGOs, and various communities are joining hands to eradicate the issue of drug addiction from the state completely. Many individuals who are survivors themselves are coming forward to share their experiences and inspire many people, both online and offline.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
Recently on March 8, 2022, a mass rally was organised at the Padi Yubbe Outdoor Stadium of Ziro, Lower Subansiri to commemorate International Women’s Day. In the event, women from the region along with the youths joined the rally voicing out slogans pertaining to the issue of drug menace. The event aimed at sensitizing the masses against drug abuse was organised by the AWAZ, APWWS, and ArSLRM.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
Interestingly, these initiatives aren’t just limited to a few women-led organisations. Rather, the entire womenfolk of Arunachal Pradesh have been raising their voice against addiction issues and ardently supporting the cause to promote a drug-free state.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
Women organisations such as the WASE (Women Against Social Evils) have been working diligently towards spreading awareness about drug addiction issues among the youths of Arunachal Pradesh. Depicting their strong will, these women groups aren’t shying away from crossing dangerous cliffs and gorging rivers to travel to different villages and help the affected young people in getting de-addicted.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
These events are not just meant to attract the youths toward pursuing a brighter future, but also sensitise them on the drug abuse issue that is prevalent in the society. Sport has been a great way of directing the young people away from the menace of drug abuse as it works in the interest of the participants.
SUTHAHAR P 1 year 10 months ago
The contribution of the Indian Army in aiding the noble cause has been an inspiring one. In this regard, the Changlang battalion of the Assam Rifles has been conducting youth oriented awareness programmes like sports events, marathons, mini races etc.