Youth should stay away from drugs: Cluster University registrar
On the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Cluster University organised a programme, where Mr. Venkateswarlu administered oath to the students, faculty and non-teaching staff to keep away from drugs. He said that drugs will lead to several health issues and urged every individual to create awareness on the ill-effects of drug abuse.
Silver Jubilee Degree College principal G. Srinivas, meanwhile, urged students not to get addicted to drugs.
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