HSNCB holds 487 anti-drug awareness programmes across Haryana, reaches over 1.15 lakh people
FARIDABAD: The Haryana State Narcotics Control Bureau (HSNCB) organised 487 anti-drug awareness programmes across the state between January and October this year, reaching 1,15,011 people as part of its efforts to prevent substance abuse , particularly among the youth.
The campaign aims to strengthen the state's fight against drugs through public awareness and community participation , alongside enforcement action against drug trafficking .
The programmes were conducted in coordination with other departments to educate young people, parents, teachers and members of the public about the harmful effects of drug abuse.
During these sessions, participants were made aware of how substance abuse can affect physical and mental health, education, careers and family relationships.
The programmes also highlighted the possibility of addiction pushing individuals towards criminal activities. Awareness was also created about the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the legal consequences of drug possession, supply and trafficking.
Officials said the focus was on preventing drug abuse before it takes root, with young people being particularly vulnerable to peer pressure, social media influence and the easy availability of narcotic substances, especially in urban areas. The awareness drives seek to equip them with the right information and encourage them to resist substance abuse.
Parents and teachers were also urged to remain alert to early warning signs, including sudden behavioural changes, declining academic performance, withdrawal from family and friends, and unexplained spending. Those struggling with addiction were encouraged to seek help and treatment rather than conceal the problem.
Rajender Kumar Meena (IPS), DIG, HSNCB, Faridabad, and joint commissioner of police, Faridabad, said enforcement alone could not address the drug problem and that awareness was equally important.
"Our aim is to reach every young person before drugs reach them. We will continue to hold such programmes across the state, and I urge parents, teachers, social organisations and the youth themselves to join this fight. A drug-free Haryana is possible only when the whole society stands together," he said.
Meena appealed to people to share information about the illegal drug trade through the HSNCB helpline 90508-91508, their nearest police station or the Manas toll-free helpline 1933. He said the identity of informants would be kept confidential.
The campaign aims to strengthen the state's fight against drugs through public awareness and community participation , alongside enforcement action against drug trafficking .
The programmes were conducted in coordination with other departments to educate young people, parents, teachers and members of the public about the harmful effects of drug abuse.
During these sessions, participants were made aware of how substance abuse can affect physical and mental health, education, careers and family relationships.
The programmes also highlighted the possibility of addiction pushing individuals towards criminal activities. Awareness was also created about the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the legal consequences of drug possession, supply and trafficking.
Officials said the focus was on preventing drug abuse before it takes root, with young people being particularly vulnerable to peer pressure, social media influence and the easy availability of narcotic substances, especially in urban areas. The awareness drives seek to equip them with the right information and encourage them to resist substance abuse.
Parents and teachers were also urged to remain alert to early warning signs, including sudden behavioural changes, declining academic performance, withdrawal from family and friends, and unexplained spending. Those struggling with addiction were encouraged to seek help and treatment rather than conceal the problem.
Rajender Kumar Meena (IPS), DIG, HSNCB, Faridabad, and joint commissioner of police, Faridabad, said enforcement alone could not address the drug problem and that awareness was equally important.
"Our aim is to reach every young person before drugs reach them. We will continue to hold such programmes across the state, and I urge parents, teachers, social organisations and the youth themselves to join this fight. A drug-free Haryana is possible only when the whole society stands together," he said.
Meena appealed to people to share information about the illegal drug trade through the HSNCB helpline 90508-91508, their nearest police station or the Manas toll-free helpline 1933. He said the identity of informants would be kept confidential.
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