Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR/JAMMU, Feb 8: As a part of the ongoing efforts of the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to address drug demand through the National Action Plan For Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), an Addiction Treatment Facility (ATF) Centre under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was inaugurated at Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS) Govt Psychiatric Diseases Hospital, Badamwari here today.
The Addiction Treatment Facility was inaugurated by Union Minister Social Justice and Empowerment Minister, Dr. Virendra Kumar through virtual mode.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat and Principal Government Medical College(GMC), Srinagar Dr. Masood Tanvir Bhat were present at the inaugural ceremony.
While, Administrator, GMC, Srinagar Mohammad Ashraf Hakak, Nodal Officer ATF IMHANS, Dr Arshid, Incharge Drug De-addiction Centre SMHS Hospital, Dr Yasir, DDMO, Srinagar, Imtiyaz Amin Naik and other concerned were also present on the occasion.
After dedicating ATF to the public, the Union Minister Social Justice and Empowerment Minister, Dr. Virendra Kumar in his address through virtual mode said that these ATF centres will prove beneficial in eradicating the menace of drug abuse from the society and help make the dream of drug free nation a reality. He said public participation will play a crucial role towards this cause.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar said that the objective of ATF is to bridge the gap between drug abuse victims and the treatment facility dedicated for them.
The Addiction Treatment Facility was also inaugurated at Ramban District Hospital.
The virtual inauguration ceremony was graced by Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale.
Union Minister stressed the importance of ATF centres in combating drug abuse and achieving a drug-free nation. He emphasized the need for public participation in this crucial endeavor.
Welcoming the facility, the Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Baseer-Ul- Haq Chaudhary said “Inauguration of the Addiction Treatment Facility marks a pivotal moment in our collective fight against drug addiction. It underscores our unwavering commitment to prioritize the health and well-being of our community. With the establishment of this facility, we not only provide treatment but also extend a hand of compassion and support to those battling addiction.”
The Addiction Treatment Facility was also inaugurated in District Hospital Samba. DC Abhishek Sharma and other officers were present on the occasion.
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