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Health
Jammu & Kashmir Steps Up Fight Against Drug Addiction, Emphasizes Recovery
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM
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The Union Territory is intensifying its anti‑drug campaign, focusing on treatment and rehabilitation to curb addiction.
Jammu and Kashmir's health authorities have launched a renewed drive to combat drug addiction across the region. The initiative combines stricter enforcement against illicit drug trade with expanded treatment facilities for users seeking recovery.
State officials say the program aims to shift the focus from punitive measures to comprehensive rehabilitation, offering counseling, medical support and skill‑development workshops. Partnerships with local NGOs and community groups are being formalised to extend outreach into remote districts.
Early reports indicate a modest rise in the number of individuals enrolling in de‑addiction centres since the campaign began, reflecting growing public awareness of the available support services. Authorities plan to monitor outcomes closely and adjust strategies to ensure long‑term reduction in drug‑related harm.
State officials say the program aims to shift the focus from punitive measures to comprehensive rehabilitation, offering counseling, medical support and skill‑development workshops. Partnerships with local NGOs and community groups are being formalised to extend outreach into remote districts.
Early reports indicate a modest rise in the number of individuals enrolling in de‑addiction centres since the campaign began, reflecting growing public awareness of the available support services. Authorities plan to monitor outcomes closely and adjust strategies to ensure long‑term reduction in drug‑related harm.