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Himachal Pradesh CM Leads Anti‑Drug Walkathon in Mandi
✍️ The Chenab Times
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 04:35 PM
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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu led a 5‑km anti‑drug walkathon in Mandi, urging residents to stay drug‑free and highlighting the state’s anti‑drug initiatives.
On Tuesday, the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, organized a 5‑km anti‑drug walkathon in the city of Mandi. The walk started from the Mandi Municipal Office and passed through key landmarks before concluding at the local police station.
The event drew more than 200 participants, including schoolchildren, local business owners, and community volunteers. The route was marked with informational stalls that displayed facts about drug abuse and its impact on families.
During the walk, CM Sukhu urged citizens to reject drug use and pledged the state government’s commitment to strengthening law‑enforcement and rehabilitation services. He emphasized that “a drug‑free society is a strong society.”
The walkathon is part of the state’s broader anti‑drug campaign, which includes awareness drives, stricter penalties for drug trafficking, and support centers for addiction recovery.
The event drew more than 200 participants, including schoolchildren, local business owners, and community volunteers. The route was marked with informational stalls that displayed facts about drug abuse and its impact on families.
During the walk, CM Sukhu urged citizens to reject drug use and pledged the state government’s commitment to strengthening law‑enforcement and rehabilitation services. He emphasized that “a drug‑free society is a strong society.”
The walkathon is part of the state’s broader anti‑drug campaign, which includes awareness drives, stricter penalties for drug trafficking, and support centers for addiction recovery.