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Arunachal Gov Urges Public to Join Fight Against Drugs
✍️ The Arunachal Times
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 12:15 PM
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Arunachal Pradesh government has called for a people’s movement to combat drug abuse, urging community participation in prevention and rehabilitation efforts.
Arunachal Pradesh’s government has declared that the fight against drugs must become a people’s movement. The statement, issued by the state administration, stresses the need for community involvement in curbing drug abuse and supporting rehabilitation programmes.
The state has long faced challenges from drug trafficking and consumption, especially in border districts. In recent years, authorities have intensified law‑enforcement operations and increased awareness campaigns.
The government’s call aims to mobilise local communities, NGOs and educational institutions to participate in prevention activities, while also expanding treatment facilities for those affected.
Officials say that a coordinated, people‑led approach will be crucial to reducing drug‑related harm and ensuring long‑term recovery for affected families.
The state has long faced challenges from drug trafficking and consumption, especially in border districts. In recent years, authorities have intensified law‑enforcement operations and increased awareness campaigns.
The government’s call aims to mobilise local communities, NGOs and educational institutions to participate in prevention activities, while also expanding treatment facilities for those affected.
Officials say that a coordinated, people‑led approach will be crucial to reducing drug‑related harm and ensuring long‑term recovery for affected families.