Kolkata, Aug 17 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said drug abuse is a matter of concern for the society and the country, which is very worrying and stressed the need for working on all fronts in this matter.
She said this while launching the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’, organized by Brahma Kumaris at Raj Bhavan in presence of Governor CB Ananda Bose and state minister Shashi Panja.
She President said, ” Drug abuse is a matter of concern for society and the country. Due to these addictions, youth are not able to choose the right direction in their lives. This is very worrying and there is a need to work on all fronts in this matter. ”
She stated that this situation can be improved through spiritual awakening, medication, social solidarity and political will.
She also appreciated organizations like Brahma Kumaris for discussing such issues and working to solve them.
The President said that any kind of addiction develops due to mental stress and peer pressure. ”
Addiction is harmful to health.
