- Initiatives aim to steer youth away from drugs and towards healthy, constructive activities
HANDWARA: J&K Police in Handwara, through Police Station Kralgund, in collaboration with religious scholars and civil society members of Kralgund, today organised a Drug Awareness Programme at Kralgund Playing Ground to sensitise people, particularly youth, about the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of a drug-free society.
The programme witnessed the participation of members of civil society, traders, students and religious scholars, who collectively emphasised the need for public cooperation in combating the growing menace of drug abuse. The participants highlighted the importance of awareness, guidance and community involvement in steering youth away from drugs and towards a healthy and productive lifestyle.
Separately, a cricket match was organised at Bangus Sports Stadium, Mawar falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Qalamabad to encourage youth participation in sports and promote discipline, teamwork and healthy recreational activities. The initiative aimed to utilise sports as a positive platform for engaging young people and motivating them to stay away from drugs.
Police reiterated its commitment to continuing awareness initiatives in collaboration with civil society, religious leaders and other stakeholders to strengthen the collective fight against drug abuse and encourage youth to embrace sports and other constructive activities.


