After Yudh Nashian Virudh, Punjab set to roll out 'Soorma' scheme
Patiala, Sept. 21 -- After the launch of its 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign earlier this year, the Punjab government is preparing to roll out another drug de-addiction initiative titled 'Soorma'.
As part of the programme, individuals who have successfully overcome substance dependence will be roped in as community ambassadors, or 'Soorma' as they will be termed.
According to an official communique, nodal psychiatrists in all districts have been directed to identify eligible individuals who can be nominated and oriented as Soorma before Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann officially launches it.
The Punjab health department has also directed all deputy commissioners in the state to transfer funds under the Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan to the district drug rehabilitation societies by September 23....
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