Archive · 29 Sep 2025
Himachal Pradesh Unveils Drug Abuse Prevention Strategy
The government of Himachal Pradesh is launching a plan to stop drug abuse.
They are building new centers where people can go to get help if they have a drug problem.
They are also setting up places called 'Disha' centers where people can get advice and support early on.
The government will also punish people who are involved in drug smuggling.
They are working with other organizations to make sure everything is done right and help people get better.
This plan aims to help people and make the state a safer place.
Himachal Pradesh government launches a plan to combat drug abuse and aid rehabilitation.
Rs. 5.34 crore allocated for a new de-addiction center in Sirmaur district.
Five new de-addiction centers are being established across the state.
108 'Disha' centers set up for early intervention and counseling.
New bills passed to strengthen legal framework against drug-related crimes.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh Government
- What
- Adopting a strategy to tackle drug abuse and rehabilitate affected youth.
- When
- Announced on Monday.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- To make Himachal Pradesh a drug-free state through prevention, rehabilitation, awareness, and enforcement.
- Strategy Focus
- Prevention & Rehabilitation
- De-addiction Center Budget
- Rs. 5.34 crore
- De-addiction Centers
- Multiple new centers
- Disha Centers Established
- 108
- People Sensitized
- Over 5.76 lakh
- Legal Framework
- Himachal Pradesh Organized Crime Bill, 2025; Drugs and Controlled Substances Bill, 2025