Jammu, June 6: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha on Saturday led a massive anti-drug padyatra in Kishtwar district. People from different walks of life reaffirmed their commitment to building a drug-free society and combating the menace of narcotics across the Union Territory.
Addressing the gathering, the LG said the drug-free Jammu and Kashmir campaign, which has covered 19 districts over the past 56 days, has touched countless lives and emerged as a strong grassroots movement against drug abuse.
“Today, as the drug-free J&K campaign culminates in a massive padyatra in Kishtwar, citizens have resoundingly reaffirmed their commitment to the cause. Our goal is to foster a grassroots resistance against drug abuse and end narco-terrorism,” Sinha said.
The LG said Jammu and Kashmir is strongest when its people stand united against drugs and work collectively for hope, change and a better future.
“Every voice matters, every action counts, and together we can create a safer and healthier Union Territory,” he said.
Sinha asserted that the administration is breaking the chain of the drug trade at every level and taking stringent action against those involved in narco-terror activities.
“We are breaking the chain of the drug trade at every single link. Whether it is cross-border smugglers, peddlers or terror financiers, there is no haven. Our agencies are hunting down every narco-terrorist and permanently dismantling their networks,” he said.
Emphasising the role of youth in shaping the future of Jammu and Kashmir, the LG said society has a collective responsibility to keep young people away from addiction and provide them opportunities to realise their potential.
“Our future belongs to the youth, and it is our collective responsibility to make society drug-free. Jammu and Kashmir’s young leaders are unstoppable when they rise above addiction. Let us empower them to dream bigger, live stronger and lead with purpose,” he said.
Sinha said those involved in the illegal drug trade and terror financing would be brought to justice.
The LG also called upon mothers, sisters and daughters to become protectors of their villages, towns and neighbourhoods, while urging the youth to act as guardians of their schools and colleges in the fight against drug abuse.
The padyatra witnessed enthusiastic participation from citizens, youth groups, students, civil society members and officials. (Agencies)
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