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Health
Arunachal Pradesh Governor urges citizens to launch anti‑drug movement
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 04:46 AM
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The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh called for a grassroots movement to combat drug abuse across the state.
The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh addressed a public gathering, urging residents to organize a people‑led campaign against the growing menace of drug abuse. He highlighted recent reports of increased substance use among youth and stressed that community participation is essential to curb the trend.
In his remarks, the Governor appealed to families, schools, religious groups and local NGOs to collaborate on awareness programmes, counseling services and rehabilitation initiatives. He also called for stronger coordination with police and health officials to disrupt supply chains and provide timely medical assistance to addicts.
The call for a citizen‑driven movement reflects the state government's broader strategy to tackle drug-related challenges through preventive education and community vigilance, rather than relying solely on enforcement actions.
In his remarks, the Governor appealed to families, schools, religious groups and local NGOs to collaborate on awareness programmes, counseling services and rehabilitation initiatives. He also called for stronger coordination with police and health officials to disrupt supply chains and provide timely medical assistance to addicts.
The call for a citizen‑driven movement reflects the state government's broader strategy to tackle drug-related challenges through preventive education and community vigilance, rather than relying solely on enforcement actions.