LAHORE: Strategies for curbing drug use in educational institutions across Punjab were discussed during a meeting between Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Punjab Regional Director Commander Brig Sikandar Hayat Chaudhry and Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan.
During the meeting, held at the Governor House, Saleem Haider emphasised the importance of protecting the youth from drug use, describing them as the nation's most valuable asset.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to creating a secure and supportive learning environment in the educational institutes of Punjab.
As chancellor, he highlighted his efforts to improve universities and affirmed that all necessary steps would be taken to eliminate drug abuse on campuses.
“Vice chancellors have been instructed to strictly enforce a smoking ban in universities and hostels,” he stated. “This policy is essential to create a clean and productive atmosphere for students.”
The governor also stressed the need for providing counseling services to students involved in drug use and called for comprehensive anti-drug awareness campaigns in educational institutions across Punjab.
Brigadier Chaudhry briefed the governor on the ANF’s efforts and future strategies in tackling this pressing issue.