JKYWF Conducts Anti-Drug Interaction in Sogam; Stakeholders Vow to Eradicate Drug Menace

SOGAM: In its continuous commitment to ridding Jammu and Kashmir of drugs, the youth organization J&K Youth Welfare Forum (JKYWF), headed by Dr. Aijaz Ahmad Bhat, conducted an interaction program at the Range Office, Sogam. The event saw the active participation of the Aima of Lolab, who have now become a core part of this campaign.

The program was attended by Dr. Mudasir Ahmad (SDM Sogam), Mr. Vikas Gupta (IPS), Mr. Qayoom Ahmad Wani (CDPO Sogam), and Hazrat Moulana Mohammad Shafi Makki (Chairman Traders Federation Sogam), alongside youth and other stakeholders.

SDM Sogam, Dr. Mudasir Ahmad, while praising the efforts of JKYWF, called it a great initiative for the eradication of the drug menace. He emphasized collective responsibility and assured the youth of his full support whenever and wherever needed to control social evils.

Mr. Vikas Gupta (IPS) also praised the forum’s efforts and thanked the organization for the interaction. He described the drug menace as “poison” and stated that saving the youth and future generations is the greatest contribution one can make to society. He added that the youth are the future of the nation and must be protected to ensure national growth and power.

Hazrat Moulana Mohammad Shafi Makki, who has been working against the drug menace for 30 years, gave a religious touch to the event. He urged the Aima to start the campaign from the Masjids and Minbars, utilizing their influence to reform the community.

Dr. Aijaz Ahmad Bhat, Founding President of JKYWF, thanked the participants and requested all stakeholders including the administration, police, traders, drivers, Aima, civil society, and parents to play their role. He made a passionate appeal to the public to come forward and save families, villages, and the nation from this drug menace.