Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan was launched at Tuensang on 11th September 2024 at DC’s Conference Hall, Tuensang.

Speaking on the programme Deputy Commisioner, Tuensang, Lithrongla Tongpi Rutsa stated that it is an Awareness programme for Drug Free India and is very much needed programme especially in the district as usage of drugs is very high affecting the economic as well as socials life in the district. She also appeals to Church leader and NGOs to support in identifying the person for detoxification and rehabilitation of the addicts. 

 SP Tuensang, Kanchan Kumar Kandpal, IPS informed that intake of drugs has increased in the district and the problem of drug users will be tackle with one good team focusing mainly on the supplier, and suggested for the drugs Free Model Village in the district which will bring good example to others.

Dr. Imli Temsu Ozukum, CMO Tuensang in his short speech stated that many disease occurred due to substance abuse leading to financial losses and District Hospital Tuensang has de-addiction centres where many patients has been treated minimising the drug users to some extent.

The programme was chaired by T. Longlang Luckpan, DWO and invocation was pronounced by Rev. H. Sangkap Pastor, TTBL.

(Chingmak, IA Tuensang)