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Anti-Drug Campaign Meeting Held in Patiala
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patiala
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 06:32 PM
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A meeting under the anti-drug campaign was convened in Patiala to discuss strategies against substance abuse.
Patiala hosted a meeting today as part of the nationwide "War against Drugs" campaign. Local officials gathered to outline immediate actions and long‑term plans aimed at curbing the spread of illicit substances in the region. The session focused on strengthening enforcement, expanding awareness programmes in schools, and coordinating with health agencies for rehabilitation support.
The gathering reflects Punjab's intensified efforts to address a drug problem that has affected many communities across the state. Authorities have been rolling out a series of initiatives, including stricter monitoring of supply chains and community outreach, to reverse the trend.
Organisers said the outcomes of the Patiala meeting will feed into a broader state‑level strategy, with periodic reviews to assess impact. Community members and NGOs were urged to collaborate closely with law‑enforcement and health services to ensure a coordinated response.
The gathering reflects Punjab's intensified efforts to address a drug problem that has affected many communities across the state. Authorities have been rolling out a series of initiatives, including stricter monitoring of supply chains and community outreach, to reverse the trend.
Organisers said the outcomes of the Patiala meeting will feed into a broader state‑level strategy, with periodic reviews to assess impact. Community members and NGOs were urged to collaborate closely with law‑enforcement and health services to ensure a coordinated response.