Lecture on ill effects of drug abuse held in Daeshin Academy

Section of the students attending the lecture-cum-interactive session held at Daeshin Academy, Diphuphar-B on June 20.

Section of the students attending the lecture-cum-interactive session held at Daeshin Academy, Diphuphar-B on June 20.

Dimapur, June 20 (MExN): The Dimapur Battalion Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (N) in order to promote International Day against Drug Abuse and Illegal Trafficking conducted a lecture-cum-interactive session for students of Daeshin Academy, Diphuphar-B on June 20.

The aim of the lecture was to create awareness among students about the ill effects of drug abuse and what are various ways to prevent it. The lecture focused on how drug addiction is becoming serious problem which is affecting the future of youth, stated a press release issued by PRO HQ IGAR (N). The addiction of drug and its impact on psychological behaviour was also highlighted to deter the students from consuming drug. They were also cautioned against various types of drugs which are available in market.

The event marks the beginning of series of lecture and rally that will be conducted for a week to celebrate International Day against drug abuse, the PRO stated. 

A total of 180 students, six teachers were present during the function.