Itanagar, Aug. 22 -- In a significant step towards promoting public health, Darka village under Aalo Sadar in Arunachal Pradesh's West Siang district has been officially declared as a tobacco-free village under the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP).
The declaration was made by in-charge Deputy Commissioner of West Siang, Mabi Taipodia Jini, during a public programme held in the village. Addressing the gathering, Jini highlighted the harmful effects of tobacco, cautioning that its prolonged use leads to life-threatening diseases. She urged volunteers and community members to remain vigilant to ensure the village remains free from tobacco and substance abuse.
District Programme Officer (NCD) Dr Tsering Wangmu explained the objective...