Awareness Rally in Kohima on June 1.
Our Correspondent
Kohima | June 1
Marking World No Tobacco Day, the Assam Rifles in collaboration with Rajyoga Education & Research Foundation under Brahma Kumaris, Kohima, organised a “Youth Wellness & Awareness Programme” at Kohima Garrison on June 1.
The initiative aimed at sensitising local youth about the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine while promoting healthy and positive lifestyles.
Gracing the occasion as the chief guest, Deputy IG, IGAR (North), encouraged the youth to become ambassadors of positive change within their communities. He flagged off an Awareness Rally, which passed through prominent locations across Kohima town, spreading messages on tobacco cessation and healthy living.
In keynote address, Dr Swapan Gupta highlighted the importance of informed choices and preventive action among young people.
During the event, the Anti-Tobacco Awareness Campaign was officially launched, reinforcing collective efforts towards a tobacco-free society.
Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries emphasised the importance of youth participation in promoting healthy lifestyles and building a drug- and tobacco-free future.
Kohima Deputy Commissioner B Henok Buchem, Youth Resources & Sports Department joint director Nizeheto Awomi, NTCP Nodal Officer and other dignitaries also graced the occasion.
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