Tariq Khan CNI

Yudhvir Sethi, BJP leader and MLA East constituency, expressed deep concern over the escalating drug abuse crisis in Jammu and Kashmir during the ongoing Assembly session.
Raising Supplementary Question in the ongoing Assembly session, the MLA asked the Government about the implementation and effectiveness of public awareness campaigns aimed at educating citizens, especially the youth, about the dangers of drug abuse. He also sought information on the availability and accessibility of rehabilitation centers for individuals struggling with addiction, emphasizing the need for adequate support systems to facilitate recovery.
The senior BJP leader also questioned the initiatives in place to involve the youth in positive activities, such as sports and vocational training, to deter them from falling prey to drug abuse.
The MLA underscored the multifaceted nature of the drug crisis, which not only affects individual health but also has far-reaching social and economic implications. He also highlighted the role of cross-border drug smuggling in fueling the crisis. Jammu and Kashmir’s proximity to international borders makes it vulnerable to the influx of narcotics, complicating efforts to control the situation, he added.

Calling for a collaborative approach, Sethi advocated for coordinated efforts involving law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and educational institutions to create a robust support system for those affected and to prevent others from becoming victims.
Yudhvir Sethi asked the government to adequate measures to combat this menace, aiming to ensure a safer, drug-free future for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He called upon all stakeholders to unite in this critical fight against drug abuse, emphasizing that the time for action is now.