Drug Awareness Campaign
We are pleased that the Drug Addiction Awareness Seminar was conducted at Akal
Academy, Cholang on January 25, 2025. The seminar aimed to educate students about the
dangers of drug abuse, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage a drug-free community.
Key Highlights of the Seminar
The seminar began with an introductory speech by Mrs. Surinder Kaur, emphasizing the
importance of awareness and the role of education in combating drug addiction.
Mr. Rahul Arora delivered an insightful presentation covering:
1. The causes and consequences of drug addiction.
2. Physical, mental, and social impacts of drug abuse.
3. Warning signs of drug use and preventive measures.
Students and teachers actively participated in the Q&A session, where they discussed peer
pressure, coping mechanisms, and available support systems.
Three informative videos were shown to the students – Chup-2 Movie, Rajinder Singh drug
addiction video, Nukkad Natak. These were shared with us by the organising committee.
The students of Akal Academy Cholang also performed an act on Drug Awareness. This
act was highly appreciated by the visiting facilitator, Ms. Inderanjan Kaur.
Real-life stories of individuals who overcame addiction were shared, which inspired
students to make informed choices.
All participants took a pledge to say no to drugs and encourage others to lead a healthy
lifestyle
Impact and Feedback
Around 80-90 students and 10-15 teachers attended the seminar, and the response was
overwhelmingly positive.
Feedback forms indicated that [99.99]% of attendees found the session informative and
beneficial.
Many students expressed interest in spreading awareness among peers.
Conclusion
The seminar successfully raised awareness about the adverse effects of drug addiction and
empowered students to make healthier life choices. We plan to conduct follow-up
activities, such as workshops and counselling sessions, to sustain the momentum.
We sincerely thank the Regional Office for their guidance and support in organizing this
crucial initiative. We look forward to more opportunities to collaborate on similar programs
in the future.
