Srinagar, April 28: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today held an interaction with members of various trade bodies of Srinagar and representatives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to appreciate their active role against drug menace and extended invitation for participation in the Nasha Mukht J&K Pad Yatra, a mass movement aimed at raising awareness against drug abuse and narcotics.

During the interaction, the Divisional Commissioner stressed on the collective efforts of traders, civil society groups, NGOs and youth organizations for their enthusiastic involvement in the Pad Yatra, which will witness mass participation across the region. 

He emphasized that such unified initiatives reflect the strong societal responsibility to combat the growing menace of substance abuse.

Anshul Garg stressed that the fight against drugs requires sustained community engagement and coordination among all stakeholders. 

He urged trade associations and NGOs to mobilize their members for overwhelming participation in Pad Yatra on May 03 for spreading awareness about the harmful effects of narcotics, particularly among the youth.

On the occasion, participants shared their suggestions to further strengthen anti-drug campaigns, organizing awareness drives, and community outreach programs at the grassroots level.

Meanwhile, participants assured  to work in unison with the administration to eliminate the threat of narcotics from the region.

Besides, Director I&C and VC LCMA, the president of KCCI, Chairman of Nigeen Lake Conservation Organisation, representatives of various trade associations were present during the interaction.