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Mizoram's proximity to Golden Triangle fuels drug trafficking: CM
Aizawl: CM Lalduhoma on Wednesday highlighted that Mizoram lies within close proximity to the Golden Triangle, a notorious region for drug trafficking with the geographical location, resulting in the state being one of the main conduits for drug trafficking via Myanmar.
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Lalduhoma stated this while flagging off the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drugs Free India Campaign), the Mizoram State Level and Aizawl District Level programmes, organised in Aizawl, featuring a "Rally – Fight Against Drugs" with the participation of over 600 students from various schools and colleges.
He emphasised that drugs bring no benefit to society and must be eradicated completely. He also urged communities to be vigilant and united in their stand against drug abuse, ensuring that Mizo society remains protected from such harmful influences.
He encouraged young people to abstain entirely from drugs, warning that even occasional use is the first step towards addiction. He further called on those already trapped in addiction to courageously step away and rebuild their lives.
The programme was also addressed by health minister Lalrinpuii and excise & narcotics minister Lalnghinglova Hmar. Participants carried placards bearing anti-drug messages, and a competition was organised for the best placard designs, with prizes distributed to the winners.
The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drugs Free India Campaign) is currently being implemented in 372 districts across India, including all districts in Mizoram. The campaign focuses primarily on creating awareness about the harmful effects of drug use and preventing first-time users from starting. The rally in Aizawl was organised as part of the 5th anniversary of the campaign.
Meanwhile the state excise & narcotics records said 49 people including 7 females have died in the state since January till Wednesday due to drug abuse.
