Govt partners with NGO to combat substance abuse effects

The Indian government continues its commitment to tackling the issue of substance use disorder in the country, recognising the significant social and health implications it carries

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To address this challenge, the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gayatri Parivar, aimed at spreading awareness about the ill effects of substance abuse, particularly among youth.

Substance addiction not only impacts an individual’s health but also disrupts families and society as a whole. The government recognises the need to address substance use and dependence as a psycho-social medical problem, according to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment press release.