Agartala, June 20 -- Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday announced that the state government is planning to introduce a chapter on Sex Education and HIV/AIDS awareness in the school curriculum from Classes 8 to 12.

Speaking at an awareness programme organised by the Tripura AIDS Control Society at the Legislative Assembly lobby, CM Saha stressed the urgent need for spreading awareness about HIV/AIDS and drug abuse, stating that the state will soon hold a discussion with the Education Department to finalize the initiative.

He stated that the authority must address such topics openly to effectively tackle the growing concerns.

"HIV/AIDS cases are on the rise. Through screenings, we are identifying those affected. Like during C...