- Directs Drug Control Department to intensify inspections, audit prescriptions at medical shops; says future of youth and honour of parents at stake
SHOPIAN, OCTOBER 28: Delivering a stern message to the district administration, Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Charandeep Singh, today said that the fight against the drug menace cannot be won from behind office desks. He made clear that officers must work proactively on the ground and adopt a coordinated, result-oriented approach to eradicate drug abuse and safeguard the younger generation.
The DC was chairing the monthly District-Level NCORD (Narco Coordination Centre) meeting at the Mini-Secretariat, Shopian, convened to review the measures taken to curb drug abuse across the district.
Crackdown on illegal sale; Drug Control Department in focus
The Deputy Commissioner directed the Drug Control Department to intensify regular inspections to stop the misuse and illegal sale of drugs. He asked the department to strengthen its field staff, step up checks on medical shops, ensure strict scrutiny of prescriptions, conduct prescription audits wherever required, and stay vigilant against any irregularities.
He also stressed regular monitoring, timely action and strict enforcement of the relevant laws to curb the availability and sale of narcotic substances.
“Protect the future of youth, uphold honour of parents”
Appealing for sustained and collective efforts, the DC said that keeping young people away from substance abuse is vital to protecting their future and upholding the honour of their parents.
He called for awareness programmes in educational institutions and public spaces to sensitise people, especially the youth, about the harmful consequences of drug addiction. He urged all departments to work together to identify vulnerable areas, strengthen preventive measures and encourage community participation.
Praise for GDC Shopian
The DC appreciated the Principal, GDC Shopian, for organising numerous awareness camps, and urged college authorities to conduct more drug de-addiction and awareness programmes, noting that educational institutions are important platforms for reaching and guiding young people.
ATRs mandatory for follow-up
Reviewing the action taken on directions from previous NCORD meetings, the DC stressed close interdepartmental coordination and sustained efforts to prevent substance abuse. Officers were directed to ensure effective implementation of the directions issued in the meeting and submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) for proper monitoring and follow-up.
The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police, Shopian, Mushtaq Ahmed Choudhary; ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz; Principal, GDC Shopian, Prof. Tariq Ahmed; ACR, Shakoor Ahmed Dar; SDM Zainapora, Bilal Ahmed; Tehsildars; DIO; and officers from the Revenue, Health, Education, Agriculture, Horticulture, Social Welfare, Excise and Taxation, Youth Services and Sports, and Drug Control departments, among others.
