Every year June 26 is globally observed as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking by The General Assembly to create awareness about issues related to drugs and to strengthen action and cooperation in achieving a world free of drug abuse. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes initiated this to ensure the sharing of right facts on drugs from various sources and protecting the right to health. The Anti-Narcotic Cell of Mar Elias College in association with the Department of Social work conducted an awareness programme on Monday, 26th June 2023 to raise awareness about dangers of substance abuse and to ensure a drug free and clean campus. The awareness programme,Thematical act and Quiz competition were conducted in the college auditorium . The programme commenced with a prayer song. Ms. AthulyaBabu,Student Coordinator of the college Anti-Narcotic Cell delivered the welcome speech.Mr.EldhosePaulose Coordinator the college Anti-Narcotic Cell delivered the presidential address. He mentioned about the increasing misuse of narcotics by the young generations and the various measures adopted by the college management to help the students. Ms.Tintu Scaria HOD English Department & IQAC Coordinator delivered the keynote address and delivered Principal’smessege against drug abuse. She pointed out the motive of the concerned association and the necessary steps taken by the club for a safe and drug free campus. The session concluded with vote of thanks by Dr.Pradeep P NAsst.Prof. Department of Social Work. He extended his words of gratitude to the keynote speaker for his valuable words. He also thanked the coordinators, management and the students for being a part of the programme.
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