AMRITSAR, Jan. 16 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that drug abuse has emerged as a serious problem in recent years and youngsters in Punjab have been affected the most.

Addressing the golden jubilee convocation ceremony of the Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) here, the President said that this problem is impacting not only health but also the social, economic, and moral fabric of society.

"A lasting solution to this problem is essential for a healthy society. In this context, the role of educational institutions like Guru Nanak Dev University is crucial. All stakeholders of this university should make every possible effort to guide the youth in the right direction," she said.

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