Mizoram district launches 3-year drug-free campaign

The Lawngtlai district administration in Mizoram on Friday launched a three-year drug-free campaign under the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan’. The campaign was formally unveiled by Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC) chief executive member C Lalsawmzuala during a ceremony held at Lawngtlai.
It encompasses 178 villages in the southern district, which shares its border with Myanmar. “As Lawngtlai is located along the international border, it is highly vulnerable to drug trafficking, making it essential to intensify efforts in combating drug abuse,” Lalsawmzuala said.
He said achieving a drug-free status will require unified efforts by the government and other stakeholders, including village councils, NGOs and churches.
Lawngtlai Deputy Commissioner Donny Lalruatsanga pointed out that various committees have been formed under this programme, and funds secured from the Centre to support anti-drug initiatives.
Six Mizoram districts, including Lawngtlai and Champhai, share a 510-km border with Myanmar’s Chin state.