6 days ago
Sri Sathya Sai police hold anti-drugs campaign at Puttaparthi
Sri Sathya Sai district police conducted a sensitisation campaign to create awareness among youngsters about the dangers of substance abuse, at the Zilla Parishad High School in Chinnampalli of Puttaparthi mandal on Wednesday. The awareness campaign is being held to commemorate the fifth anniversary of 'Nasha Mukth Bharat Abhiyan' initiative.
Superintendent of Police (SP) V. Ratna told the media that the police had organised a series of interactive sessions with students all over the district, focusing on the evils of drug consumption and its devastating impact on their careers and lives. The campaign covered drug prevention initiatives, the functioning of EAGLE clubs, and the importance of the toll-free helpline 1972.
The SP administered an anti-drug pledge to the students under the slogan 'Drugs Vaddu Bro'. The police officials also conducted a demonstration of the Shakti app, explaining the laws relating to child marriage, the POCSO Act, and women's safety.
ZP High School principal V. Venkataramana, teachers, parents, and Shakti team personnel were present.
