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J&K DGP says sports essential for youth engagement and a drug‑free state
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 06:03 AM
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The Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir stated that promoting sports is vital to engage the youth and prevent drug abuse in the region.
In a recent statement, the Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir highlighted the role of sports in steering young people away from drug abuse. He asserted that organized sporting activities can provide constructive outlets for energy and ambition, reducing the appeal of narcotics among the state's youth.
The DGP emphasized that a systematic push for sports infrastructure, coaching and community events would not only improve physical health but also foster discipline and teamwork. Such attributes, he noted, are crucial in building a drug‑free society.
He called on government agencies, schools and local clubs to collaborate in expanding access to sports facilities across the region. By doing so, the police aim to create a supportive environment where young citizens can pursue healthy pursuits instead of turning to illicit substances.
The statement reflects a broader strategy by Jammu and Kashmir authorities to address drug-related challenges through preventive, community‑based measures rather than solely relying on enforcement.
Officials said they will monitor the impact of these initiatives and adjust policies to ensure that sports remain a central pillar of youth development and drug prevention in the state.
The DGP emphasized that a systematic push for sports infrastructure, coaching and community events would not only improve physical health but also foster discipline and teamwork. Such attributes, he noted, are crucial in building a drug‑free society.
He called on government agencies, schools and local clubs to collaborate in expanding access to sports facilities across the region. By doing so, the police aim to create a supportive environment where young citizens can pursue healthy pursuits instead of turning to illicit substances.
The statement reflects a broader strategy by Jammu and Kashmir authorities to address drug-related challenges through preventive, community‑based measures rather than solely relying on enforcement.
Officials said they will monitor the impact of these initiatives and adjust policies to ensure that sports remain a central pillar of youth development and drug prevention in the state.