President reviews national anti-narcotics drive

PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reviewed the progress of the national anti-narcotics drive at the third meeting of the "A Nation United" National Steering Council, a body set up to coordinate efforts to eradicate drug abuse in the country, the President's Media Division said.

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Addressing the Council, the President noted that just as the country's physical development is important, the wellbeing and stability of society are equally vital, and that every citizen must discharge their responsibilities to eradicate the drug menace from Sri Lanka as it has escalated into a national disaster.

With the objective of uprooting the widespread drug problem in the country through a multi-pronged approach, disrupting drug supply island wide, expanding raids, rehabilitating those addicted to drugs, implementing prevention programs aimed at curbing drug use and empowering communities against drugs, the national operation "Quit - A Nation United" is being implemented under the theme "A Drug-Free Nation - A Happier Tomorrow."