District-level anti-drug campaign concludes in Thrissur
'Children learn to win and lose in the playgrounds, shaping their character and resilience. The anti-drug campaign aims to revitalise the State's playgrounds, nurture more sporting talents, and eliminate the menace of substance abuse among youth,' he said.
As part of the campaign's final leg, a walkathon, aimed at creating awareness against drugs, was flagged off in front of the Thrissur Aquatics Complex by MLA A.C. Moideen. District Collector Arjun Pandian led a marathon. MLA E.T. Tyson delivered the anti-drug pledge.
The function also saw the distribution of prizes to the winners of the district-level anti-drug marathon, with Minister for Higher Education R. Bindu presenting the awards. Mr. Moideen presided over the event.
The event featured a variety of cultural performances, drawing strong participation from students and youth. The Statewide anti-drugs rally, which began in Kasaragod on May 5, is scheduled to conclude in Malappuram on May 26.
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