GDCs organise Anti-Drug Awareness Programmes under NMBA in Bandipora

BANDIPORA : Under the banner of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), Government Degree College (GDC) Gurez and HKM Govt Degree College Bandipora organised various awareness programmes on drug de-addiction on Monday.
At GDC Gurez, the NCORD Cell organised an Anti-Drug Teacher Training Programme which was presided over by the Principal of the college. On the occasion, Prof. Shaheen Mohd Qazi delivered a lecture on the growing menace of drug abuse and highlighted preventive measures to curb substance abuse on the college campus.
Meanwhile, the NCORD Cell of HKM Degree College Bandipora organised an Essay Writing Competition on the topic “Ill Effects of Drug Addiction,” witnessing active participation of IGNOU learners from the Putushay area of Bandipora. The programme aimed to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promote a drug-free society.
The college also organised a Teacher Training Programme on Drug De-addiction in collaboration with the Youth Club of NSS Units.
During the session, Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Parry, Head Department of Education, delivered an insightful lecture on drug abuse, its consequences and preventive measures, while emphasizing the role of teachers in guiding students towards a healthy lifestyle.