Don’t hide information of your children’s drug addiction, help fight the menace: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has launched two new anti-drug campaigns, 'Operation RISE' and 'Beda Bro', to combat substance abuse in the state. He urged parents to cooperate with police by reporting addiction cases without fear of stigma, promising confidentiality and support.
Why it matters
Government-led public health and law enforcement initiatives are critical for addressing rising drug addiction rates among youth.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar appealed to parents of children who are addicted to narcotics to not hide information fearing societal stigma, but to take the police into confidence and help the State root out the menace. “Seek help to get your children out of addiction, we will help you. The information will help us fight the menace. I will instruct police officials to keep the names of your children confidential,” he said, adding that those who provide information regarding drug peddlers will be rewarded.
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