Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Pharmacists play key role in combating youth drug abuse
Imagine medicine as a helpful tool, but it can also be dangerous if not used correctly.
In Tumakuru, there's a growing problem of young people misusing drugs, which worries officials.
During World Pharmacist Day, officials highlighted that pharmacists can play a big part in preventing this problem.
They reminded everyone that India is a major drug manufacturer and emphasized that pharmacists, like doctors, can guide people on how to use medicine safely.
This year, the focus is on how important advice from pharmacists is for your health.
Assistant Drug Controller spoke at the 16th World Pharmacist Day celebrations.
Substance abuse among youth is rising, according to officials.
Pharmacists have a critical role in building a drug-free society.
India ranks third globally in drug manufacturing.
Karnataka government has instituted annual awards for pharmacists.
- Who
- Chandrakala Shilpa, other drug officials, and pharmacists
- What
- Discussed rising drug abuse among youth and the role of pharmacists.
- When
- World Pharmacist Day, Thursday
- Where
- Tumakuru, India
- Why
- To raise awareness of pharmacists' role in combating drug abuse.
- Speaker
- Chandrakala Shilpa, Assistant Drug Controller
- Event
- 16th World Pharmacist Day celebrations
- Location
- Sridevi Institute of Medical Sciences, Tumakuru
- Theme
- "Think Health – Pharmacists’ Advice is Essential."
- India's Ranking
- 3rd globally in drug manufacturing