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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Drug awareness campaigns mark International Day Against Drug Abuse
1 2 Madurai/Trichy: In observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, a series of awareness events were organised in Madurai and Trichy on Thursday, aiming to educate the public—especially students—about the dangers of substance abuse. In Madurai, a human chain rally was flagged off by Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar from the Collectorate. The rally, under the theme "Drug-Free Tamil Nadu," involved around 300 college students raising awareness against drug abuse. At Madurai Medical College, the department of psychiatry organized competitions on topics related to drug abuse prevention, with events such as poetry, poster-making, slogan-writing, and short films. Winners were awarded prizes at a ceremony presided over by the college dean, Dr L Arul Sundaresh Kumar. In a similar event, Madurai city police commissioner J Loganathan launched a drug-free awareness rally organized by the anti-drug club of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College. Approximately 1,000 students participated, pledging to stay away from drugs. The rally, which proceeded from the college to Pasumalai, featured students carrying placards and raising slogans to discourage drug use. Similar programs were organized by other schools and colleges in the city. In Trichy, over 250 participants took part in a rally organized by the department of psychiatry at KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College, in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital. The rally, which began at the Collector's Office and ended at the college auditorium, was followed by awareness lectures focused on this year's theme: "Breaking the Chains! Prevention, Treatment and Recovery for All. " Trichy district collector V Saravanan administered an anti-drug pledge and flagged off the rally. Dr. S. Kumaravel, Dean of KAP Medical College, emphasized that addiction is a "whirlpool" that can pull people in without their knowledge, urging the public to resist not just narcotics, but also dependencies on tobacco, electronic devices, and internet overuse. Meanwhile, students at Government High School, Kalkandar Fort, participated in an anti-drug program titled "Don't Enter Our Area," aimed at curbing the sale and use of drugs near educational institutions. The event featured speeches by Prabhu, Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, and senior defense advocate Saraboji, who warned students about the dangers of evil influences. Students took an anti-drug pledge and wore badges with the message "Say No to Drugs. " They also visited nearby shops to ensure compliance with regulations against drug sales near schools. MSID:: 122094938 413 |
The Hindu
10 hours ago
- The Hindu
Collector flags off anti-drug awareness rally
Madurai District Collector K.J. Praveen Kumar flagged off the anti-drug awareness rally here on Thursday on the occasion of International Drug Awareness Day. The rally, participated by school and college students, emphasised the importance of creating a drug free Tamil Nadu. About 300 participants who took out the rally carrying placards and banners informed public about the ill-effects of consuming drugs and other related substances. On behalf of Madurai City Police, Commissioner J. Loganathan flagged off the awareness of students of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College. The 'Anti-Drug Club' of the institution along with Prohibition Enforcement Wing of city police went on a rally which involved taking oaths against drug consumption.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Education institutions in Madurai observe 11th International Yoga Day
Students and faculty of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, marking the 11th International Yoga Day, celebrated the event starting from 6 a.m. on the college premises here on Saturday. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of nearly 500 NCC cadets from various units. Col. V.K.S. Chauhan, Madurai Group Commander, NCC Headquarters, Col. Samit Karki, Commanding Officer and Lt. Col. Sreekant, Administrative Officer, 7 TN Battalion NCC, who were present at the event addressed the gathering and emphasized the significance of yoga in cultivating discipline and holistic well-being among the youth. The officers then addressed the gathering and emphasised the significance of yoga in cultivating discipline and holistic well-being among youth. S.M.G. Somasundram, a yoga instructor, guided the participants through the twelve structured yoga practice sessions, designed to impart both theoretical and practical knowledge. The celebration not only highlighted the physical and mental health benefits of yoga, but also showcased the unity and discipline that NCC instils in students across various institutions. Doctors at Government Rajaji Hospital and students of Madurai Medical College in the presence of dean L. Arul Sundaresh Kumar, Resident Medical Officer (RMO) S. Saravanan, among others, on the morning of the International Yoga Day, signifying the role of yoga and its related exercises on physical and mental well-being, performed aasanas on the college premises.
