Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 27 June 2025
The Integrated Rehabilitation Centre for Addicts (IRCA) underneath the ICDS (Tribal Project), Car Nicobar, noticed the International Day towards Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on the District Library, Car Nicobar twenty sixth June 2025. The occasion, held underneath the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), revolved across the world theme for this yr — “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention.”
The programme aimed to boost consciousness concerning the risks of drug abuse and promote a drug-free society. It witnessed enthusiastic participation from youth, group members, and officers. Mr. Amit Kale, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of Nicobar District, graced the event because the Chief Guest and inaugurated the occasion with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, symbolizing the dispelling of ignorance via consciousness.
In her welcome deal with, Mrs. Sunita Kumari, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), ICDS (Tribal Project), Car Nicobar, highlighted a collection of consciousness actions carried out from June 1 to June 26, 2025. She underscored the significance of sensitizing the youthful era concerning the dangerous results of substance abuse and the collective duty of households and communities in its prevention.
Addressing the gathering, Deputy Commissioner Mr. Amit Kale expressed deep concern over the rising menace of drug abuse, significantly among the many youth. He emphasised the necessity for coordinated efforts from all sections of society to fight habit and trafficking. He additionally lauded the organizers for his or her unwavering dedication and appreciated the energetic participation of native youth in driving the attention marketing campaign.
The programme featured motivational video screenings on the unwell results of drug abuse and the importance of rehabilitation. Skits and cultural performances by youngsters and youth additional conveyed highly effective messages advocating for a drug-free society.
The occasion concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, the place winners of assorted competitions—carried out all through the month—had been felicitated by the Deputy Commissioner. Participants had been awarded medals, trophies, and certificates for his or her contributions via nukkad natak, artwork, and efficiency.
The programme concluded with a proper vote of thanks, marking the top of a significant and impactful observance.
