The NSS Unit-II of JNTUA College of Engineering, Anantapur, organised a national awareness-building programme titled ‘Law Enforcement: Protecting Youth from Drug Abuse’ under the themes ‘Stop Drugs, Save Lives’ and ‘Empowering Youth Against Drug Addiction – Together for a Drug-Free Society’ as part of ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan’ initiative on Tuesday.
The programme was held at the Department of Mechanical Engineering under the coordination of NSS Unit-II coordinator and Department of Mechanical Engineering Associate Professor K. Kalyani Radha. The programme aimed to create awareness among students about the harmful effects of drug abuse, strengthen legal awareness regarding narcotic offences, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage responsible citizenship in line with the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
Chief Resource Person for EAGLE (Narcotics), Anantapur, and Sub-Inspector of Police, B. Hanumanthu, delivered an insightful lecture on the increasing menace of drug abuse among youth. He explained the stringent provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, the legal consequences of drug-related offences, and the proactive role of law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking. He urged students to stay away from addictive substances, remain vigilant, and actively support the mission of building a drug-free society.
Neurologist and counsellor Dr. Viswanatha Reddy highlighted the physical, psychological, emotional, and social consequences of drug addiction. He explained how substance abuse adversely affects brain function, mental health, academic performance, family relationships, and future career prospects. Stressing the importance of prevention, counselling, and timely intervention, he encouraged students to adopt healthy lifestyles and make responsible life choices.
Addressing the gathering, programme coordinator Kalyani Radha emphasised that the National Service Scheme (NSS) plays a vital role in shaping responsible, disciplined, and service-oriented citizens. She said that the creation of a drug-free society is a shared responsibility among educational institutions, parents, law enforcement agencies, healthcare professionals, and society.
Published - July 21, 2026 07:11 pm IST