Srinagar, Aug. 3 -- The government's extensive investment in awareness programmes addressing issues like drug addiction, unemployment, crime, depression, and health within schools and other departments has yielded negligible results. Despite years of these programmes, the problems persist. In fact, issues such as depression, crime, and unemployment are escalating, particularly among the youth. This trend poses a significant risk, potentially transforming the younger generation into a societal liability.

A clear link exists between crime and unemployment. When educated youth are unable to secure employment, despite their educational investments, they may feel burdened and turn to criminal activities. Daily wage earners, need-based workers...