SRINAGAR, July 21 -- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakeena Itoo today emphasized that a constant and collective effort from community stakeholders, religious leaders, government officials, law enforcement agencies and citizens is crucial to combat the growing menace of drug abuse in the society.

The Minister made these remarks while addressing a day long seminar on Drug-Free Kashmir (A practical step towards Drug-Free society) at Government College of Education (GCOE), MA Road here today.

In her keynote address, Sakeena emphasized the urgent need for a unified front against substance abuse, stressing that every individual in society has a crucial role to play in eliminating this threat.

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