BHUBANESWAR, March 18 -- As drug addiction is emerging to be a serious problem having dangerous consequences, well coordinated and active de-addiction awareness drive has been mooted by the Department of Social Security and Empowerment of PwDs (SSEPD) in the State.
The department has sought the cooperation of various spiritual organisations and NGOs in this regard to have visible impact.
Representatives of as many as 19 organisations have given consent for handholding support to the department, while components such as preventive and value education, massive awareness generation, capacity building and focused intervention in vulnerable areas have been emphasised.
The department has planned for inclusive activities with the NGOs, publicat...