JAMMU: Shiv Sena Hindustan, in a significant move to combat the growing menace of drug abuse, organized an anti-drug campaign meeting at Purkhu Camp, led by Jammu Kashmir President Pt Rajesh Kesri. The meeting, attended by members of the organization and local residents, expressed grave concern over the increasing trend of youth falling prey to substance abuse.
Speaking to the media, Kesri highlighted the alarming situation, stating, "Today, our youth are being laced into the trap of substance abuse, attracted by easily available intoxicants like Chitta, Heroin, and prescription medications. The misuse of injections and other substances is further exacerbating the problem."
Kesri lauded the efforts of the Jammu Kashmir Police, who have taken significant strides in combating the drug trade, apprehending traffickers, and confiscating their assets. "We appreciate the Police and the current government for launching this campaign, which has yielded positive results. However, we urge the authorities to take more stringent action to eradicate this menace."
The Shiv Sena Hindustan leader also demanded that the SSP Rollar instruct all SHO's to intensify their efforts in curbing the spread of substance abuse in the region.Furthermore, Kesari expressed concern over the acute water shortage in Purkhu Camp, urging the Water Supply Department to provide relief to the affected residents.
"The department should ensure that the poor people receive water for at least one and a half hours, and the number of water taps in the area should be increased from three to at least ten."The meeting was attended by prominent locals, including Purkhu Camp Sarpanch Rajkumar, Somnath, Tarsem Lal, Vinod Kumar, Rajesh Kumar, Kaka Hariram, Anu Devi, Bina Devi, and Rajni Devi, among others.


