President seeks lasting solution for Punjab's drug menace

Expressing concern over rising drug abuse among the youth in Punjab, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that in recent years, the problem has emerged as a serious challenge, affecting the youth the most.

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"This problem is impacting not only health but also the social, economic, and moral fabric of society. A lasting solution to this problem is essential for a healthy society," she said in her address at the 50th golden jubilee convocation of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) here.

In this context, she said, the role of educational institutions like Guru Nanak Dev University is crucial. "All stakeholders of this university should make every possible effort to guide the misguided youth in the right direction."