WOMEN LAUNCHED AWARENESS CAMPAIGN AGAINST SUBSTANCE ABUSE

WOMEN LAUNCHED AWARENESS CAMPAIGN AGAINST SUBSTANCE ABUSE

30-JUNE-ENG 2

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

SASARAM------------------------------'Panchayat Vikas Diwas' (Panchayat Development Day) was observed across various panchayats in the district. On this occasion, various departments organized programs focused on social awareness and public welfare.

During the event, the Education Department presented a musical program conveying messages related to alcohol prohibition and social awareness. The Department of Art and Culture conducted an awareness campaign among women in the district's panchayats regarding the liquor ban. Through an 'Kala Jatha' (cultural troupe), impactful plays and musical performances were used to educate people about the harmful effects of alcohol and its social impact. Teachers also elaborated on the Bihar government's alcohol prohibition policy.

'Jivika Didis' (women from the rural livelihood mission) organized morning processions to inspire people in rural areas to build a drug-free society. Under the Social Welfare Department, Anganwadi workers and helpers held rallies and organized seminars to raise awareness. Additionally, the Welfare Department conducted morning processions and public awareness campaigns in tribal, Dalit, and Mahadalit settlements. The primary objective of the program was to spread the message of de-addiction, promote social harmony, and encourage people to adopt a healthy and positive lifestyle.