College students took pledge to combat drug abuse and got their certificates of participation downloaded from the Central government’s internet portal, while observing the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking at Chikkanna Government Arts College on Thursday.
At an awareness seminar organised jointly by District Legal Services Authority of Tiruppur district (DLSA) and Vizhuthugal organisation, students learnt about the utility of Free Legal Aid Centre and toll-free number 15100, to combat the crime, said college principal Krishnan and Director of the organisation M. Thangavel.
In her key-note address, Sub-Judge and DLSA secretary, Tiruppur district, Mohanavalli, cited data to highlight the link between drug abuse and heinous crimes. Rampant drug-abuse by youths and students was a cause for concern. Laws and sentences against drug abuse were very stringent, as terrorism across the world was mostly funded by the illicit money generated by drug mafia, the DLSA secretary said.
Shajitha Rahima, Mental Health Counsellor, explained the importance of safeguarding mental health, while elaborating on how drug abuse caused deterioration of health of individuals and society at large.
Published – June 27, 2025 07:35 pm IST
