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Shimla: Under the aegis of Sanjeevani – A Group of NGOs, a state-level workshop titled “Chitta Par Chot” was organized at Willow Bank Hotel, Shimla. The event was inaugurated by Hon’ble Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, who emphasized the urgent need for society to unite against the growing drug menace in Himachal Pradesh.
Governor Shukla said the name “Chitta Par Chot” itself is highly relevant and will help in the campaign to eradicate synthetic drugs from the state. He stressed that safeguarding Himachal’s future requires awareness on such sensitive issues. Commending all political parties, he noted that they had risen above partisan politics during the Assembly session to pledge a united fight against drugs.
“Chitta is hollowing out society and poses a grave disaster for the nation. Every section of society must join this campaign,” the Governor remarked.
He praised Sanjeevani NGO for mobilizing 17 voluntary organizations from across Himachal and highlighted the efforts of women from Arki region, who ran a month-long “Khel Khilao, Nasha Bhagao” campaign to spread awareness. He urged families to begin the fight at home and foster dialogue in society to protect future generations. Concluding his address, he gave the slogan: “Na Nasha Karenge, Na Nasha Karne Denge” (We will not consume drugs, nor allow others to do so).
Expert Sessions
- Dr. Nidhi (IGMC Hospital): Spoke on the role of families and society in combating drug abuse, highlighting the psychiatric impacts and scientific factors behind addiction. She also answered participants’ queries.
- DIG Arvind Negi (Himachal Police): Addressed the role of police and community participation in drug eradication, sharing details of ongoing police initiatives and technical measures.
- Senior Advocate Piyush Verma: Discussed the legal aspects of drug abuse under NDPS Act, elaborating on the responsibilities of police, society, and families, and explaining government laws and their implementation.
Participation and Pledge
The workshop witnessed participation from around 205 representatives of 17 organizations across the state. In the concluding session, all delegates took a collective pledge to work towards drug eradication and support the “Chitta Par Chot” campaign.
Prominent attendees included Mahendra Dharmani, O.P. Sharma, former IAS officer T.C. Kapoor, Surender Thakur, Joginder Kanwar, Naresh Sharma, Dharam Prakash, Tikkku Thakur, Kamal Thakur, Ratan Thakur, Atul Sharma, Sandeep Okta, Rakesh Sharma, Manish Mandla, Vikas Nahar, Suresh Kumar Mundri, Pradeep, Rohit Sharma, Kumari Deekshita, Smt. Deeksha, Kumari Aarti Chauhan, Smt. Neelam Sarek, Mahendra, Munish Sharma, Nitin Thakur, Chetan Guleria, Kundan, Sanjeev Sharma, Ajay, Dr. Joginder Saklani, Vishal Kumar, Divendra, Dr. Nitin Vyas, among others.
