The recent statement made by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha calling for strong anti-drug programs in all schools and colleges, across of Jammu and Kashmir, is both timely and needed.
His call for a ‘Say No to Drugs’ campaign, the creation of early warning systems, with faculty supervision, on campus, and a mechanism for a confidential reporting system all show proactive thinking about protecting the youth from the disgrace of substance abuse.
The LG’s proposal is not simply enforcement, but prevention, awareness, and rehabilitation. Notably, his suggestion to implement pedagogical content on drug de-addiction in a curriculum for the discussion of drug de-addiction indicates a worthy plan to educate students about narcotics, as early as possible.
This state of mind implemented as a holistic program, with counseling, supports and vigilance, could have a significant impact on reducing drug abuse in students.
Like many other states across our countries, Jammu and Kashmir deals with drug addition as serious problem, individually, families suffer, and ultimately, a provinces civic and social cohesion can weaken.
The LG has once again made sincere demands on the hope of assisting to protect the future of our youth, derivatives, as they are called, future of our great nation.
The time is right for these education institutions to actively work with the government after meetings in order to make commitments to reduce drug usage among young people in Jammu and Kashmir.
We need parents, teachers, and civil society to work together to create an environment that supports the students in all capacities so they feel confident to reject drugs and pursue help when they need it.
This initiative by LG Sinha is a great step in building a liveable, drug-free society.
It is now in the hands of the stakeholders to make this initiative work, and protect the brighter future of Jammu and Kashmir’s youth.
