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Amritsar Hosts Anti‑Drug Marathon to Curb Substance Abuse
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 03:20 PM
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Amritsar organized a marathon aimed at raising awareness about drug abuse, drawing participants from across Punjab.
The city of Amritsar hosted an anti‑drug marathon on Saturday, with runners covering a 21‑kilometre route through the city’s main streets.
Organised by the Punjab Police and the local municipality, the event sought to highlight the dangers of substance abuse and promote healthy lifestyles.
Over 500 participants, including school children, community volunteers and former addicts, lined up at the starting line.
Spectators gathered along the route to cheer on the runners and to receive informational pamphlets on drug prevention.
The marathon concluded with a speech by the Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar Police, who urged citizens to report drug‑related activities.
Organised by the Punjab Police and the local municipality, the event sought to highlight the dangers of substance abuse and promote healthy lifestyles.
Over 500 participants, including school children, community volunteers and former addicts, lined up at the starting line.
Spectators gathered along the route to cheer on the runners and to receive informational pamphlets on drug prevention.
The marathon concluded with a speech by the Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar Police, who urged citizens to report drug‑related activities.