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Punjab's Anti-Drug Campaign Empowers Women in Recovery

Punjab's Anti-Drug Campaign Empowers Women in Recovery
Punjab says women-led family support strengthening anti-drug campaign · livemint.com

The Punjab Government in India has started a campaign called Yudh Nashean Virudh to help people stop using drugs.

They say that women, like mothers, wives, and sisters, are very important in this campaign.

These women help their family members who are addicted to drugs by encouraging them to get treatment and supporting them during recovery.

The government has made it easier for families to get counselling and rehabilitation services.

They also say that when families work together, it helps people recover better.

Two women, Ragini Kaur and Balwinder Kaur, shared their stories about how they helped their husbands and other family members overcome drug addiction.

The government believes that this campaign is successful because it combines their support with the efforts of the community and families.

Key facts

Campaign Name
Yudh Nashean Virudh
Key Components
Counselling, Rehabilitation, Family Participation
Impact on Families
Financial hardship, emotional distress, domestic instability
Success Stories
Ragini Kaur and Balwinder Kaur's experiences
Government Support
Free treatment, counselling, rehabilitation services

Quotes

Dr Balbir Singh

Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister

“Recovery from substance dependence is most successful when treatment is complemented by a strong support system at home. While the government has strengthened access to free treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation services across the state, the involvement of family members remains critical.”
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“Behind every successful recovery there’s a family, a community, and a government system that chooses hope and compassion.”
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