Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 18: To mark the 41st raising day of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), the Department of Students Welfare, University of Jammu (JU), in collaboration with NCB Jammu, today organised a special awareness session on ‘Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life – Drug Free India’.
The programme was organised under the supervision of Dean DSW, Prof. Prakash Anthal.
Among others present on the occasion were Prof. Monika Chadha, Chairperson Campus Cultural Committee, Prof. Sarika Manhas, Co-Chairperson Campus Cultural Committee, Prof. Seema Rohmetra, Director, The Law School and faculty members from various departments.
Nagendra Singh Jamwal, Special Secretary in the office of Chief Secretary, J&K, Col. Dheeraj Singh Jamwal of Ramachadra Mission and Dr. Ajay Sharma, SP South Jammu graced the occasion as guest speakers.
Speaking on the occasion, Nagendra Singh Jamwal, said while India is moving ahead with confidence of a growing economy and the strength of its demographic advantage, there are also disruptive forces that attempt to divert young minds from their constructive path.
He underlined that the issue of substance abuse cannot be addressed through lectures alone and said that universities must adopt more meaningful and engaging ways of connecting with students.
Dr. Ajay Sharma extended greetings to the NCB on its 41st raising day and said that the fight against drug abuse has emerged as a major priority under a coordinated whole-of-government approach at both the national and Union Territory levels.
Col. Dheeraj Singh Jamwal of Ramachadra Mission conducted a calming meditation session for the students and participants.
The book titled ‘Startup From Small Town’, authored by Karuna Nanda, was also released by the dignitaries on the occasion.
The event concluded with anti-drug pledge administered by Vasu Parik, during which students, faculty members and dignitaries collectively resolved to stay away from drugs and to encourage others to do the same.
Earlier the welcome address was delivered by Kumar Manohar Manjul, SP, NCB Jammu.
Vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Nitan Sharma, Assistant Professor, The Law School.
The event was conducted by Suhasni and Anshika Gandhi.
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