Public Awareness is the Strongest Weapon Against Drug Abuse: Minister Avinash Gehlot
Udaipur: In view of the growing menace of substance abuse and its adverse impact on society, a special awareness poster (banner) prepared by Prayag Seva Sansthan De-Addiction Rehabilitation Centre was unveiled on Friday by Rajasthan Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Avinash Gehlot.
For several years, Prayag Seva Sansthan De-Addiction Rehabilitation Centre has been spreading awareness in society with the message of a “New India, Drug-Free India.” As part of this ongoing campaign, the institution has designed informative posters highlighting the symptoms, harmful effects, prevention, and treatment of substance addiction.
These awareness posters will be displayed at government offices, hospitals, schools, police stations, and other public places to ensure that the message of drug de-addiction reaches a wider audience and encourages greater public awareness.
Speaking on the occasion, Cabinet Minister Avinash Gehlot said that addiction affects not only an individual but also entire families and society as a whole. He emphasized that protecting the youth from falling into the trap of substance abuse is one of the most pressing needs of the time.
“The strongest weapon against drug abuse is public awareness,” Gehlot said, adding that society, families, educational institutions, and social organizations must work together to address the issue effectively. He further stated that the state government remains committed to the cause of de-addiction and continues to support rehabilitation and awareness initiatives across Rajasthan.
The Minister appreciated the sustained efforts of Prayag Seva Sansthan in the field of de-addiction and rehabilitation, stating that such organizations play a vital role in bringing positive social change. He also urged young people to stay away from drugs and lead healthy, positive lives while contributing to nation-building.
During the programme, the founder of Prayag Seva Sansthan, Rudra Pratap Singh Rathore, and the institution’s team felicitated Cabinet Minister Avinash Gehlot and Girish Bhatnagar, an official from the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Udaipur.
Among those present on the occasion were Rudra Pratap Singh Rathore (Founder), Mukesh Garg (Institution In-charge), staff members Shahid Hussain and Jagdish Kumawat, along with other workers of the institution and distinguished guests.