Everyone must join hands to make Bidar a drug-free district, says police officer
Addressing a gathering at an event at Karnataka College in Bidar on Tuesday to mark International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Mr. Gunti highlighted the grave consequences of drug abuse on an individual's physical and mental health.
'Those under the influence of drugs often lose awareness of their actions which can lead them to engage in criminal activities such as theft, murder, robbery and sexual assault. I urge the youth to stay away from harmful addictions and instead, focus on building a healthy and meaningful life,' Mr. Gunti said.
Stressing the importance of becoming responsible citizens and providing children with quality education so they can aspire to reach respectable positions in society, Mr. Gunti said that the Police Department is always at the service of people. 'It is our duty to ensure everyone's safety,' he affirmed.
President of the Bidar City Municipal Council Mohammad Ghouse emphasised the need for parents to consider their children's future and ensure that they do not fall prey to drug addiction.
He noted that the Constitution guarantees fundamental rights such as education and the right to life and therefore, efforts must be made to build a healthy and progressive society.
He also promised to engage with bank officials to facilitate loan schemes for self-employed individuals seeking to leave the world of addiction behind.
The event was attended by Deputy Superintendent of Police Shivanagouda Patil, SBI Regional Manager Jai Kumar, Additional Drugs Controller Dhananjay, psychiatrist Raghavendra Vagnare, Railway Police Officer Pasha, ASIRPF C.H. Srinivas and others.
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